Will PKR become Ummo 2.0?
The former PKR deputy president was responding to a former MIC leader, now in PKR, who slammed Rafizi for failing to 'jaga' or 'take care' of the grassroots.
Rafizi said that the MIC patronage culture should not be imported into PKR.
'What does he mean by take care? I don't give out RM5,000 or RM10,000 when visiting branches in exchange for support. I don't give out hampers,' said Rafizi, when launching his 'Hiruk' election campaign.
He added that some women PKR candidates had bought tudung costing hundreds of thousands of ringgit for distribution.
'What's going on?' asked Rafizi.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Sun
2 hours ago
- The Sun
Malaysia monitors Thailand-Cambodia conflict closely, says PM Anwar
ALOR SETAR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated that Malaysia is closely monitoring the ongoing conflict between Thailand and Cambodia, emphasizing the need for vigilance despite the country's stable situation. Anwar highlighted that while leaders from both nations have shown willingness to cease hostilities, Malaysia must remain cautious due to the strategic geopolitical importance of the ASEAN region. 'We do not take it lightly even though the situation in our country is stable and calm; we learn from the experiences of our neighbouring countries,' he told reporters after a closed-door meeting with PKR leaders. He revealed that he had personally contacted Thai and Cambodian leaders, receiving positive responses. 'Both prime ministers told me, 'Anwar, thank you very much, we accept your role and we want you to carry on',' he said. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has also been directed to engage with his counterparts in both countries. The conflict stems from a long-standing border dispute, with recent clashes occurring in the Preah Vihear area. Anwar welcomed signals from Bangkok and Phnom Penh for a potential ceasefire but acknowledged sporadic violations. - Bernama
The Star
3 hours ago
- The Star
Malaysia not taking Thailand-Cambodia conflict lightly, says PM Anwar
ALOR SETAR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the government is not taking lightly the ongoing conflict between Thailand and Cambodia and its impact on Malaysia. Anwar said that although the situation in Malaysia remained stable and calm, the country must learn from the experiences of its neighbours. "I believe, as of now, the leaders of both countries appear ready (to cease attacks), but we must remain vigilant as the Asean region is geopolitically very strategic. "We in Malaysia do not take it lightly even though the situation in our country is stable and calm; we learn from the experiences of our neighbouring countries," he told reporters after attending a closed-door meeting with PKR leaders from Perlis, Kedah and Penang here on Friday (July 25). He said the conflict should also be addressed through diplomatic efforts, and both leaders had, in principle, agreed to halt the fighting, although there appeared to be some violations at the border. Anwar said he had contacted the leaders of Thailand and Cambodia and was optimistic that both countries would stop the attacks to allow a peace process to take place. "They (the leaders of Thailand and Cambodia) have given very good cooperation….Both prime ministers told me, 'Anwar, thank you very much, we accept your role and we want you to carry on'," said Anwar. The Prime Minister said he had also asked Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan to contact the foreign ministers of Thailand and Cambodia regarding the issue. On Thursday, Bernama reported that Anwar welcomed the positive signals and willingness shown by Bangkok and Phnom Penh in considering a ceasefire to prevent further conflict at the border of the two countries. Anwar was reported to have contacted Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thailand's acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Thursday afternoon to express Malaysia's concern over the escalating tensions. The media previously reported that Thai and Cambodian troops clashed on Thursday in a disputed border area, with both sides accusing each other of sparking the latest confrontation. Tensions between the two Southeast Asian nations have risen since May 28 following a bloody incident in the Preah Vihear area that claimed the life of a Cambodian soldier. The two countries have long been at odds over their 817km border, which has remained unresolved for decades, and the dispute continues to strain diplomatic relations. - Bernama
The Star
4 hours ago
- The Star
NGO submits memorandum calling for immediate halt to the culling of strays
ABOUT 200 people gathered outside the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) in Precinct 1, Putrajaya, calling for an immediate halt to the culling of stray dogs. Among them was social activist and Global Human Rights Federation president S. Shashi Kumar, who handed a memorandum to a representative from the PMO. The memorandum called for the Federal Government to reform the Animal Welfare Act 2015 and look into the federation's proposals for humane methods of managing strays. Shashi said the increasing number of stray animals, particularly dogs, was a national crisis that must be addressed by the government. 'Instead, the government has taken the shortcut approach by killing these animals. 'These strays are also caught (by local councils) and placed in pounds with heavy 'bail' fees. Local councils charge up to RM2,000 per dog, which is extortion,' he claimed. Shashi said the group wanted the government to intervene by working with non-governmental organisations championing animal welfare to solve the problem, including allocating funds towards the matter. The handover was witnessed by the group, who held up banners and placards in a show of support. Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
