Strive For Change To The Best Of One's Ability, Anwar Reminds PKR Members 

KUALA LUMPUR, July 27 (Bernama) – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reminded Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) members to hold firmly to the call for islah mastata’tum, meaning to strive for change to the best of one’s ability.

Anwar, who is also PKR president, said this during a meeting with Federal Territories PKR members in Putrajaya today.

“We may not be able to achieve everything in the blink of an eye, but we will continue to advance the reform agenda step by step,” he said in a Facebook post.

He noted that the Federal Territories have long stood as one of the strongholds of PKR’s struggle, but the party’s strength would only be meaningful if it continued to be grounded in core values and grassroots efforts.

“Divisions must remain active through programmes that truly engage with the people, regardless of race, age or background,” he said.

Anwar, who is also Finance Minister, said that in charting the path forward, criticisms and reminders must be welcomed in the spirit of the struggle.

“I thank all who gathered (for the rally in the federal capital) yesterday as it was conducted peacefully. I am always open to criticism and feedback, although I’m slightly disappointed that no substantive issues were raised. All we heard was one chant: “Turunkan Anwar” (Step down, Anwar).”

“The Opposition Leader is said to be planning to table a motion of no confidence. By all means. This is a democracy. It is a legitimate process. If there are sufficient numbers, just bring it to Parliament,” he said.

The Prime Minister added that he has never claimed the MADANI Government is perfect, nor is he arrogant about correcting its shortcomings.

“What is lacking, we will improve. What remains unresolved, we will continue to work on. But reform must be implemented in phases so that it can be accepted, understood, and sustained,” he said.

He said the government has also taken bold and rational steps to ensure that the nation’s funds benefit the majority and help ease cost-of-living pressures, without compromising the country’s economic fundamentals.

“We reduced the price of RON95 petrol to RM1.99 for Malaysians by removing subsidies for foreigners

“Ultimately, PKR must remain a party of the future — a party open to criticism, mature in its actions, and united in purpose. We are not perfect. But we are sincere. And as long as there is sincerity and the will to improve, we will continue to move forward beyond those who only know how to shout without direction or solutions,” he said.

-- BERNAMA