Malaysia

PKR members urged to avoid emotional decisions amid party elections

Dr Zaliha Mustafa calls on party leaders to act with calm and reason during internal elections, warning that emotional decisions may undermine party unity ahead of the National Congress

Updated 1 year ago · Published on 16 May 2025 5:36PM

PKR members urged to avoid emotional decisions amid party elections
“Think before taking any action. The most important thing is for us to unite, close ranks for the sake of the party’s strength” - May 16, 2025

LEADERS within the Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) have been urged to avoid making emotional or hasty decisions that could disrupt party cohesion during a critical period of internal elections and ahead of the upcoming PKR National Congress.

PKR Party Election Committee Chairman Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa said the party must prioritise unity, particularly with the National Congress scheduled to take place from 21 to 24 May, and the main polling day set for 23 May.

“Think before taking any action. The most important thing after this election is for us to unite, close ranks for the sake of the party’s strength, and continue to fight for the agenda of developing the country,” she said today.

Dr Zaliha was responding to reports that several branch committee members were contemplating resignation due to dissatisfaction with recently elected divisional leaders.

She stressed that actions such as threatening to step down would only distract from the party’s broader mission and disrupt preparations for the National Congress.

“Emotional decisions can jeopardise unity within the party. We must approach any differences with an open heart and preserve the spirit of family,” she added.

“We are all contesting in the spirit of family, as brothers and sisters, to ensure we can continue to move forward together,” she said.

Commenting on the contest for the post of PKR Deputy President between Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli and Nurul Izzah Anwar, Dr Zaliha described it as a healthy manifestation of democratic practice within the party.

“There is no issue with anyone stepping forward to contest, be it Rafizi, Nurul Izzah, or any other leader offering to serve the party. Each has their own strength, talent and track record. This should be harnessed for the party’s benefit, particularly in efforts to strengthen PKR’s position and secure victory in the next elections,” she said. - May 16, 2025

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