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PH Manifesto Understands People's Needs, Say Voters
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PH Manifesto Understands People's Needs, Say Voters

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Pakatan Harapan's (PH) manifesto for the Negeri Sembilan state election outlines 10 key commitments, including building 20,000 affordable homes and creating 30,000 quality jobs.
  • Voters in Seremban Jaya and Labu expressed optimism about the manifesto's focus on housing affordability and urban development, particularly the Seremban Sentral project.
  • Youth representatives welcomed the job creation pledge but urged for clear implementation plans, timelines, and key performance indicators.

Pakatan Harapan's (PH) manifesto for the Negeri Sembilan state election has garnered attention for its 10 key commitments, with voters and youth representatives weighing in on its potential impact. The coalition's pledges, including the ambitious goal of building 20,000 affordable homes and creating 30,000 quality jobs within five years, aim to address pressing concerns among the populace.

PH's focus on housing affordability resonates strongly with residents like Phang Sing Yee, 37, a voter in DUN Seremban Jaya. She views the target of 20,000 affordable homes not merely as an election promise but as a tangible commitment to easing the housing crisis, particularly for young people struggling to enter the property market. "This manifesto shows PH truly understands the difficulties faced by the people, especially young people facing rising housing prices," Phang stated.

This manifesto shows PH truly understands the difficulties faced by the people, especially young people facing rising housing prices. The target of building 20,000 affordable homes within five years is not just a promise, but a commitment to ensuring more people have the opportunity to own their own homes.

โ€” Phang Sing Yee, 37, voter in DUN Seremban JayaPhang Sing Yee comments on the PH manifesto's housing pledge, highlighting its relevance to young people.

The manifesto also proposes significant urban development, with the Seremban Sentral project receiving positive feedback from M. Vanitha, 37, a voter in DUN Labu. She believes the project will alleviate traffic congestion and encourage public transport use in the rapidly growing state capital. "If this Seremban Sentral development is implemented, it will be very good because the current traffic congestion is quite bad," Vanitha commented, noting the convenience of commuter and ETS train services.

If this Seremban Sentral development is implemented, it will be very good because the traffic congestion is quite bad. The use of commuter and ETS trains also makes it easier for people to work or go to other destinations.

โ€” M. Vanitha, 37, voter in DUN LabuM. Vanitha expresses support for the Seremban Sentral development, citing its potential to ease traffic and improve public transport usage.

Younger voices, represented by Shahriman Ramly, 29, Vice President of the Negeri Sembilan Youth Council, acknowledge the relevance of the 30,000 quality job opportunities pledge. However, Ramly stressed the need for a concrete execution strategy. "Youth do not reject this manifesto, but we want targets with a timeline, key performance indicators (KPIs), and a clear implementation mechanism," he urged, emphasizing that well-defined plans are crucial for young people to choose to build their lives in Negeri Sembilan.

Beyond housing and jobs, PH Negeri Sembilan Chairman Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun highlighted other key proposals. These include the Port Dickson International Port project, the Senawang-Port Klang Bypass railway line, and the aforementioned Seremban Sentral development. The coalition's manifesto seeks to present a comprehensive vision for the state's future, balancing economic development with social welfare concerns.

Youth do not reject this manifesto, but we want targets with a timeline, key performance indicators (KPIs), and a clear implementation mechanism.

โ€” Shahriman Ramly, 29, Vice President of the Negeri Sembilan Youth CouncilShahriman Ramly voices the youth's demand for clear implementation plans for the job creation promises in the PH manifesto.
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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.