Voting is a democratic trust for future generations, says PN chairman
Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Voting is a democratic trust and responsibility that determines the direction of the state and the future of coming generations, according to Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairman Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar.
- He urged eligible voters to fulfill their duty on Johor state election day, emphasizing that voting is more than just choosing a candidate.
- As of 9 a.m., 7.97% of registered voters had cast their ballots, a higher turnout than the previous Johor state election in 2022.
The act of voting is a fundamental democratic trust and a responsibility that shapes the future of the state and upcoming generations, stated Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairman Datuk Seri Ir. Dr. Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar. He emphasized that each citizen has the opportunity to influence the state's future through their vote.
Urging eligible voters to exercise their right and responsibility on Johor state election day, Mokhtar highlighted that voting transcends the simple selection of a candidate. "Voting is not just about choosing a candidate. It is the voice of the people, a trust in democracy, and a responsibility towards future generations," he said in a statement.
Voting is not just about choosing a candidate. It is the voice of the people, a trust in democracy, and a responsibility towards future generations.
He called upon all supporters, staff, and volunteers to maintain political maturity by respecting all parties, adhering to laws, upholding etiquette, and preserving unity throughout the election process. Mokhtar expressed his hope for a smooth voting process for everyone to fulfill their civic duty.
"Happy voting to all the people of Johor. May Allah SWT protect Johor and bless our beloved state," he added. As of 9 a.m. on election day, 213,878 out of 2,682,642 eligible voters had cast their ballots, representing a 7.97% turnout. This figure is higher than the 6.35% turnout recorded at the same time during the 2022 Johor state election.
Happy voting to all the people of Johor. May Allah SWT protect Johor and bless our beloved state.
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.