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If jealous of Anwar, see a psychologist: Nurul Izzah
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If jealous of Anwar, see a psychologist: Nurul Izzah

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Nurul Izzah Anwar urged critics of her father, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, to seek psychological help if their dissatisfaction stems from jealousy.
  • She stated that while criticism is acceptable, it must be fair and not based on slander, revenge, or envy.
  • Izzah emphasized that Anwar represents Malaysia's voice internationally and that the country faces more pressing issues than political rivalries.

Nurul Izzah Anwar, Deputy President of Malaysia's Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR), has advised those who refuse to acknowledge Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's international role to consult a psychologist if their objections are rooted in envy.

Whether you like it or not, close the television. Do not deny his sacrifices and role. Be fair.

— Nurul Izzah AnwarShe urged critics to be fair and not deny the Prime Minister's contributions due to personal dissatisfaction.

Speaking at the PKR Annual National Congress in Melaka, Izzah stated that criticism of national leadership is permissible but must be fair, avoiding slander, revenge, or jealousy. She asserted that Anwar's efforts in representing Malaysia on the global stage should not be dismissed due to political differences. "Whether you like it or not, close the television. Do not deny his sacrifices and role. Be fair," she urged.

Izzah stressed that Malaysia has numerous significant problems requiring attention, and time should not be wasted on settling personal scores. "This country has many more problems to solve. We don't have time to entertain your problems just because you are not the Prime Minister," she added.

This country has many more problems to solve. We don't have time to entertain your problems just because you are not the Prime Minister.

— Nurul Izzah AnwarShe emphasized the need to focus on national issues rather than political rivalries.

She further highlighted that the international community, particularly Muslim minorities in various countries, looks to Malaysia with hope. Anwar, as Prime Minister, represents the nation's voice on the international stage. Izzah reminded attendees that positions and status are temporary trusts, meant to be used for beneficial work and values that endure beyond one's tenure.

He's speaking on the international stage.

— Nurul Izzah AnwarShe affirmed Anwar Ibrahim's role in representing Malaysia's voice globally.

"Not long from now, we will forget everything, and not long from now, everything will forget us too. This is not a lament, but a reminder that positions change, titles fade, names will cease to be mentioned, but the work we leave behind and the values we uphold will endure. That is what will live on after us," she concluded.

Not long from now, we will forget everything, and not long from now, everything will forget us too. This is not a lament, but a reminder that positions change, titles fade, names will cease to be mentioned, but the work we leave behind and the values we uphold will endure. That is what will live on after us.

— Nurul Izzah AnwarShe reflected on the transient nature of power and the lasting impact of one's work and values.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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