Anwar says Pakatan banking on multiracial appeal, candidate integrity in Melaka polls

KUALA LUMPUR, November 7 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim outlined Pakatan Harapan's (PH) approach to the upcoming Melaka state election, emphasizing the party's multiracial appeal and the integrity of its candidates. Acknowledging racial sentiments as a challenge in the political contest, Anwar stated that PH has focused on selecting capable, clean and trustworthy candidates from the Malay, Chinese and Indian communities to represent the people and contribute to Melaka's progress.

"I humbly and responsibly request the people of Melaka to trust the Harapan team, which demonstrates hard work, integrity-driven leadership, and a proven history of serving the community's needs and fostering the state's development," Anwar conveyed through a post on social media platform X.

He further expressed optimism about voters making informed decisions and hoped PH would be bestowed with the strength to continue serving the community. "May Allah SWT guide your hearts as you cast your votes and grant Harapan the ability to serve to the best of its capacity," Anwar prayed. The state election, scheduled for November 14, will see 79 candidates competing for 28 legislative assembly seats, with PH putting forth 24 candidates.