{
  "id": 5488185,
  "title": "PAS sets seven priorities for GE16, including wider political cooperation",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/pas-sets-seven-priorities-for-ge16-including-wider-political",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-04T04:03:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/09/04/pas-sets-seven-priorities-for-ge16-including-wider-political-cooperation/233880"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUALA LUMPUR, September 4 — The People’s Justice Party (PAS), the largest opposition force in Malaysia, has announced seven strategic priorities as it prepares for the 16th General Election (GE16). Speaking at the opening of PAS’ 72nd Annual Muktamar in Kota Bharu, Kelantan, party president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang outlined the party's plans. Hadi emphasized that PAS is committed to defending Islam while also forging cooperation with any political party that respects its principles. The first priority is to maintain unity at all levels, from the national to the local, in order to uphold its policies. The second priority is to defend PAS' victories in the four states of SG4 - Kelantan, Kedah, Terengganu, and Perlis - in an attempt to retain all seats won in the last election. Thirdly, PAS aims to expand its electoral gains in specific states. The fourth priority is to strengthen support among ulama, youth, and Muslimat voters, as well as members of the DHPP. The fifth priority involves bolstering tarbiah and the party's organizational structure. Sixth, PAS plans to enhance election machinery and information efforts to ensure victory. Lastly, the seventh priority is to increase the impact of dakwah and welfare programs. Abdul Hadi called on PAS members to use the muktamar for self-reflection while following the theme \"Islamic Solutions for Victory.\" He urged the party to strengthen unity and discipline while widening its influence through dakwah, welfare, and efforts to unite Muslims.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 4 — PAS has outlined seven strategic priorities as it prepares for the 16th General Election (G...",
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        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "PAS sets seven priorities for GE16, including wider political cooperation",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/pas-sets-seven-priorities-for-ge16-including-wider-political-5489218",
        "published": "2026-09-04T04:03:10.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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