Kuala Lumpur: Candidates contesting for positions in the Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) Central Leadership Council (MPP) have been reminded not to incite hostility or hatred toward fellow contenders during the party election campaign.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, PKR Information Chief Datuk Fahmi Fadzil emphasised the importance of party unity, noting that all members will need to work together to face the ‘real opponents’ in the next general election (GE). Fahmi stressed the resilience of PKR, describing the party as being “like something that cannot be destroyed, and tough enough not to yield.” He urged candidates to avoid sowing hatred toward other candidates during the campaign, highlighting the necessity of collaboration post-election.
Fahmi, who is also contesting a seat in the MPP, made these remarks during a grassroots engagement programme with PKR vice-president Nurul Izzah Anwar, who is vying for the party’s deputy president post for the 2025-2028 term, in Section 7. The event was also attended
by Selangor Menteri Besar and incumbent vice-president Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari, along with other MPP candidates and contenders from the PKR Youth (AMK) leadership lineup.
As Communications Minister, Fahmi likened the party election to a ‘family contest’, underscoring the need for reconciliation and unity after the elections. He said, “This election is a sibling rivalry of sorts. No matter who wins or loses on May 24, we must regroup and strengthen ourselves for the General Election ahead.” Fahmi further expressed that none of the party members wish to burden the thoughts of President and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who is dedicated to his role for the nation.
During the event, Fahmi declared his support for Nurul Izzah and mentioned that Anwar had assured there would be no changes to the government leadership following the conclusion of the party elections. The PKR central leadership election is scheduled for May 23 from 8 am to 5 pm, using a hybrid voting system.
Physical voting will occur
for delegates from the National Congress, PKR Youth Congress, and Wanita PKR Congress at Berjaya Waterfront Hotel and Danga Bay Convention Centre in Johor Baru. In Sabah and Sarawak, voting will be held at the International Technology and Commercial Centre (ITCC) in Penampang, Sabah, and at the Penview Convention Centre in Kuching, respectively. Ordinary and additional delegates who are not required to vote physically can cast their ballots online at the same time using the ADIL app.
The PKR National Congress, including the PKR Youth and Wanita PKR congresses, is set to take place from May 22 to 24 in Johor Baru.