MELAKA, Oct 31 – Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate Datuk Azman Abidin is highlighting his government experience and close links with the federal administration as he seeks to serve residents in the Paya Rumput state constituency.
Azman said his experience working alongside the Prime Minister could help him address local issues and improve services for residents.
He made the remarks after submitting his nomination papers at Stadium Hang Jebat on Saturday.
Azman Offers Experience to Address Local Needs
Azman said Paya Rumput has both urban and rural communities. Therefore, he believes the constituency needs a balanced approach to development.
He said his experience could help residents with their daily concerns and make it easier for them to access government services.
Azman also serves as the Prime Minister’s political secretary.
He said his federal government connections could be useful in addressing issues faced by the local community.
PH Candidate Respects His Election Rivals
Azman said he would not underestimate any of his opponents.
He acknowledged that every candidate had their own strengths.
During the campaign, he plans to meet as many voters as possible. He also wants to explain the services and welfare programmes he could offer if elected.
The 54-year-old candidate holds a Professional Master of Business Administration (PMBA) from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.
Three Candidates to Contest Paya Rumput Seat
Azman will face two other candidates in the Paya Rumput contest.
They are Rafie Ahmad from Perikatan Nasional (PN) and Abdul Rashid Abu Bakar from Parti Bersama Malaysia (Bersama).
Azman said he was confident that voters would be open to considering change.
Polling day for the 16th Melaka state election is set for Nov 14. Early voting will take place on Nov 10.
Source : BERNAMA | Rewritten By Minutesmy
