Anwar affirms commitment to addressing people's concerns at MP retreat
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the unity government remains steadfast in its commitment to the country's prosperity.
"This is a special occasion as we have the PM, both deputy prime ministers, and several Cabinet ministers in a village where we discussed issues faced by the people and how best we can resolve them.
"From a macroeconomic perspective, our economic growth is good with low inflation and unemployment, but there still seems to be some worry at the lower level. Let me assure you that the Madani government is here to hear you out," he said at the Gotong Royong Kenduri Rakyat programme at Dataran Kg Pachitan.
Also present were his wife Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, deputy prime ministers Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun, and several Cabinet ministers.
MPs participated in the three-day retreat, interacting with the people during several activities.
The programme aims to foster closer ties between elected representatives and the people in a relaxed environment.
It also seeks to allow them to engage directly with the people and offer a platform for voicing needs and concerns.
Anwar said his administration would always consider grassroots opinions before making any decisions.
He noted that the unity within the Madani government remains strong, with a focus on the agenda to ensure continued national development.
"We want to continue to develop this country, and I must say the understanding among us is extraordinary. We remain focused on the tasks before us," he added.
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