Anwar: I remain PM regardless of Johor election result

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim declared he will continue as Malaysia's Prime Minister whether his coalition wins or loses the Johor state election. Speaking at a youth event in Kulai, he urged opponents to campaign with respect, stating his presence in Johor was not to provoke conflict.

"Whether we win the Johor election or lose, I am still the Prime Minister," Anwar stated. "I say this not out of arrogance, but to remind you to speak carefully, don't forget." He emphasized that federal projects like highways and the RTS Link would proceed, while state-level responsibilities, such as affordable housing and support for small businesses, needed to be handled by the state government.

Anwar also appealed to Johor's youth, particularly, to resist divisive rhetoric aimed at pitting different ethnic groups against each other. "Young people, do not accept those who want to pit races against each other. This is Malaysia; the future of this country requires unity and working together," he said. He criticized the previous administration for neglecting basic infrastructure like school toilets while leaders allegedly benefited.

He also subtly criticized the current state government's method of distributing aid, which he claimed forced people to queue for hours. Anwar stressed that while campaigning involves rhetoric, the real issues affecting the people must be addressed, advocating for unity among Malaysians of all ethnicities.