Nurul Izzah: Silence on Indian issues doesn't mean inaction
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Borneo Post
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- Borneo Post
PH Sabah to present joint manifesto ahead of state election
Mustapha speaking to reporters after handing over an IPT offer letter in Kampung Warisan. KOTA KINABALU (July 5): Pakatan Harapan (PH) component parties in Sabah will be releasing a joint manifesto ahead of the upcoming state election, said Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) Sabah chief Datuk Ts Mustapha Sakmud. He said PKR is currently drafting its manifesto, which will be unveiled alongside those of the other three Sabah PH components — United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (Upko), National Trust Party (Amanah) and Democratic Action Party (DAP). 'The manifesto will highlight issues close to the hearts of Sabahans, particularly the state's 40 percent revenue entitlement under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63),' said Mustapha. He added that PKR will also propose a guideline formula to ensure fair distribution of key positions, such as village heads and appointments in government-linked companies (GLCs), based on each party's strength within the coalition. 'This is to prevent dissatisfaction and to ensure equitable representation,' he told reporters after presenting an institute for higher education offer letter to a student at Kampung Warisan on Saturday. He added that the proposed appointment system would be included in the joint manifesto. On a separate note, Mustapha expressed confidence in the continued strong support for PKR president and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, especially in Sabah, where Anwar enjoys a high approval rating. Addressing recent internal criticisms, particularly regarding the appointment of Nurul Izzah Anwar as PKR deputy president, Mustapha acknowledged the dissatisfaction voiced by some quarters. 'Some may not be happy with the party elections, but as a leader, I believe our members are beginning to understand that the focus should be on the party's direction and unity— not individuals,' he said.
The Star
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- The Star
Rafizi hints at Pandan exit in GE16, says 'might not contest'
PETALING JAYA: Former economic affairs minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli says he might not be contesting in the 16th General Election (GE16). "There is a possibility that I will not run in GE16. I had resigned even as a minister, let alone contesting for the general election," Rafizi said when asked if he is considering defending his Pandan parliamentary seat during his "Yang Berhenti Menteri" podcast. Rafizi said instead, he would focus on his entrepreneurial endeavours. "I want to focus on building a social enterprise network because my experience in the past seven to eight years outside of politics has been the most productive time," he said. His lawyer Faizal Rahman who was also present during the session asked if Rafizi was interested in being active in PKR again. In the same session, Rafizi appeared to be discouraged by the "culture" that occurred during the 2025 PKR election, but he did not specifically state which culture he meant. "Even if I was given the red carpet to contest again, invited to be deputy president, I do not want to be 'bitten' a second time. "I am not convinced that there is the ability in a short period of time to clean up that culture," he added. Rafizi was defeated in his bid to defend the deputy president's position by Nurul Izzah Anwar during the party elections in May. He then announced his resignation from the Cabinet effective June 17.
New Straits Times
6 hours ago
- New Straits Times
Sabah PH to introduce structured political appointment system
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Pakatan Harapan (PH) is proposing a structured system to ensure fair distribution of political appointments based on the strength of its component parties. State PKR chief Datuk Mustapha Sakmud said the framework would cover appointments at all levels, from government-linked companies to community leaders, with the goal of strengthening unity within the coalition. "We also want to emphasise that the coalition aims to avoid internal dissatisfaction by establishing a clear and transparent framework for political appointments. "We want to ensure that no party feels sidelined. "There must be a fair formula for how positions are allocated if we are to govern together effectively," said the deputy higher education minister after handing over offer letters to a student at Kampung Warisan here. Mustapha said the structured appointment system would form part of the manifesto to be jointly drafted by PKR, DAP, Upko and Amanah within PH. He added that PH is currently working on a joint manifesto for the upcoming Sabah state election. He said the manifesto would reflect the coalition's commitment to addressing longstanding issues affecting the people of Sabah. "Among the key issues will be the 40 per cent net revenue entitlement under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63)," he said. Addressing recent reports of dissatisfaction among PKR grassroots members in Peninsular Malaysia, Mustapha downplayed the concerns, describing them as "exaggerated". "Support for the party president remains strong, especially here in Sabah. Our president is currently touring various states. "From what we've seen, support for him is still solid. I also believe the Prime Minister's popularity in the state remains high." Mustapha acknowledged that internal party elections may have caused some discontent, but said most members had moved on. "There were some who were unhappy during the party polls, but for the most part, members have moved on.
