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Johor Polls: Khuzzan Returns To Semerah To Complete Delayed Development Agenda

JOHOR BAHRU, June 30 -- After securing victory previously before losing in the last state election, Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate Mohd Khuzzan Abu Bakar is making a comeback in Semerah with a clear mission -- to fulfil unfinished development commitments and continue initiatives left behind. Mohd Khuzzan described his return in the 16th Johor state election not as an attempt to redeem a defeat, but as an effort to realise aspirations that were interrupted following PH’s exit from the Johor state administration in 2020. The former Johor Youth, Sports, Culture and Heritage Committee chairman said among his priorities are restoring critical infrastructure projects, including the Taman Sri Sulong Youth Mini Complex, while addressing long-standing issues involving water supply in Semerah and flash floods affecting Batu Pahat and Tanjung Laboh. “We were unable to complete several plans during our administration from 2018 to 2020 due to the change in government. If given the mandate again, I want to continue and complete the initiatives that were delayed for the people of Semerah,” he said in an interview with Bernama. Mohd Khuzzan said creating more employment opportunities for young people would also remain a key focus, in line with Johor’s evolving economy, driven increasingly by investment and technology sectors. The 58-year-old, who was born in Jalan Mesjid, Batu Pahat, said his close ties with residents were among the reasons he chose to continue contesting the seat despite his previous defeat. “I was born in Batu Pahat, and my wife is also from Semerah. That is why I feel responsible for contributing back to the community here,” he said. Acknowledging that the political landscape has become more competitive, Mohd Khuzzan said campaign strategies have evolved with greater emphasis on digital platforms such as TikTok, Instagram and Threads to engage voters, share community activities and explain PH’s policy offerings. “I was personally surprised to see many senior citizens following my TikTok account. It shows that social media is no longer limited to the young generation,” he said. On-the-ground campaigning has also been strengthened through youth-focused activities, including e-sports, sepak takraw and carrom, alongside exposure programmes on artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology to prepare younger voters for future economic opportunities. Drawing on his experience as a former banking officer, Mohd Khuzzan also proposed strengthening the community economy through support for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly by helping entrepreneurs manage government financing more effectively. He suggested that funding support through TEKUN Nasional and Amanah Ikhtiar Malaysia (AIM) should be complemented by structured and sustainable financial management guidance to help entrepreneurs expand their businesses successfully. Mohd Khuzzan expressed confidence that this election would present a different political dynamic compared to the 2022 Johor polls, which took place during the country’s post-pandemic recovery period, and expects stronger voter turnout, including Johoreans working in Singapore. He said encouraging feedback throughout the campaign, especially from the B40 group and e-Kasih recipients, had strengthened PH’s confidence in reclaiming the Semerah seat. According to Election Commission (EC) statistics, the Semerah state constituency has 47,431 registered voters, with 17,751 voters — or about 37.4 per cent — aged between 18 and 39. The Johor state election features 172 candidates contesting 56 seats, with polling scheduled for July 11 and early voting on July 7. For the latest news on the 16th Johor state election, https://prn.bernama.com/johor/.  -- BERNAMA

JOHOR BAHRU, June 30 — After securing victory previously before losing in the last state election, Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate Mohd Khuzzan Abu Bakar is making a comeback in Semerah with a clear mission — to fulfil unfinished development commitments and continue initiatives left behind. Mohd Khuzzan described his return in the 16th Johor state […]

PKR Records Over 5,000 New Members Between April And May – YB Fahmi Fadzil

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 -- PKR recorded more than 5,000 new members between April and this month, said PKR information chief Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi, who is also Communications Minister, said the increase was achieved without any major programmes or specific promotional efforts by the party. “For PKR itself, with a membership of more than one million, we have seen that from April to May alone, without any major programmes and through organic growth without promotion, the number of new PKR members exceeded 5,000. “PKR will continue to serve as the backbone of the Unity Government while playing a role in ensuring the reform agenda and the people’s aspirations are realised,” he told reporters after attending the Lembah Pantai Korban Perdana Perpaduan programme in conjunction with Aidiladha here today. He said this when asked to comment on claims that a new party had received about 18,000 membership applications within five days of its relaunch. On this year’s korban programme, Fahmi said the Lembah Pantai Member of Parliament’s Office had contributed 72 cows throughout the constituency. Fahmi, who is Lembah Pantai MP, said 10 of the cows were managed at the main site of the Lembah Pantai Korban Perdana Perpaduan programme today. He said the contributions involved distribution to surau, mosques, residents’ associations and neighbourhood committees in the area. Fahmi said the programme was also attended by representatives from Unity Government component parties, including Lembah Pantai Amanah, UMNO and PKR. “I believe programmes like this can strengthen ties and the spirit of unity among the public, communities and friends within the Unity Government component parties,” he said. -- BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 — PKR recorded more than 5,000 new members between April and this month, said PKR information chief Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi, who is also Communications Minister, said the increase was achieved without any major programmes or specific promotional efforts by the party. “For PKR itself, with a membership of more than […]

YB Datuk Fahmi Fadzil Receives Courtesy Visit from New Deputy Secretary-General of Communications Ministry

PUTRAJAYA, May 12 — Minister of Communications Fahmi Fadzil yesterday received a courtesy call from Datuk Bahria Mohd Tamil following her appointment as Deputy Secretary-General (Strategic Communications and Creative Industries) of the Ministry of Communications, effective May 11, 2026. The meeting took place at Menara Komunikasi and marked the beginning of Datuk Bahria’s official duties in overseeing strategic communications and the nation’s creative industry development under the ministry. Fahmi welcomed Datuk Bahria to her new role and expressed confidence in her experience and leadership in strengthening the ministry’s strategic communication agenda as well as empowering Malaysia’s growing creative economy. The courtesy visit also reflected the ministry’s continued commitment towards enhancing institutional coordination, policy implementation, and innovation within the communications and digital creative sectors. Datuk Bahria’s appointment is expected to further support the ministry’s efforts in driving effective public communication strategies and strengthening Malaysia’s creative industries ecosystem in line with current technological and media developments. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE: FB MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATION MALAYSIA

PUTRAJAYA, May 12 — Minister of Communications Fahmi Fadzil yesterday received a courtesy call from Datuk Bahria Mohd Tamil following her appointment as Deputy Secretary-General (Strategic Communications and Creative Industries) of the Ministry of Communications, effective May 11, 2026. The meeting took place at Menara Komunikasi and marked the beginning of Datuk Bahria’s official duties […]