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Johor election: Maszlee accepts invitation to debate with Onn Hafiz

KUALA LUMPUR, JUNE 22 -- Former Education Minister Maszlee Malik has openly accepted an invitation to debate with Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi ahead of the upcoming Johor State Election (PRN). Maszlee, who was announced as Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate for the Puteri Wangsa seat in the state election, said the decision was made based on respect for democracy and the belief that the space for debate can be utilized to strengthen political maturity among the people. He said the invitation had attracted a lot of attention, with various parties contacting him to seek confirmation regarding his participation in the debate. "With all humility and respect, and based on the principles and principles of democracy, I accept this invitation or challenge." "God willing, together we will make this debate or dialogue space a vehicle to educate the people and promote a mature political culture," he said in a post on Facebook. The proposal to hold the 'Johor PRN Prime Debate', which is seen as potentially being one of the focal points ahead of the Johor PRN, was initiated by influencer Muhamad Harris Nasril and was also shared on the Redaksi.com Facebook page, after PH Chairman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced all 56 candidates representing PH, in Muar, yesterday. In this election, PH is fielding 20 candidates representing PKR, 19 Amanah candidates and 17 DAP candidates. The Election Commission (EC) has set this Saturday as nomination day, while July 7 is for early voting and July 11 is polling day. -- BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR, JUNE 22 — Former Education Minister Maszlee Malik has openly accepted an invitation to debate with Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi ahead of the upcoming Johor State Election (PRN). Maszlee, who was announced as Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate for the Puteri Wangsa seat in the state election, said the decision was […]