Nurturing Young Talent Crucial for PKR’s Continued Success, Says Nik Nazmi
PKR’s Track Record in Producing Young Leaders
KUALA LUMPUR: Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) vice-president Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad has stressed the importance of the party remaining committed to nurturing young talent to ensure its continued success.
Nik Nazmi, who is also Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability, said PKR has a strong track record of producing young leaders, many of whom entered politics at an early age and have since gained valuable experience.
(Prime Minister and PKR president) Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim often mentions that he was able to groom leaders like Rafizi (Minister of Economy Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli), myself, Lih Kang (Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Chang Lih Kang), Amirudin (Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari), Nurul Izzah Anwar, and Fahmi (Minister of Communications Datuk Fahmi Fadzil).
"We are all now in our 40s, and many of us became legislators in our 20s," he told reporters after attending the Concorde Club meeting at Wisma Bernama today.
Challenges in Nurturing Young Leaders
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Setiawangsa acknowledged that during the early stages of his political career, there was a shortage of candidates, prompting younger leaders like himself and Amirudin to step up and assume responsibilities.
"But the challenge now is what’s next? Previously, Amirudin and I stepped forward because there were not enough candidates. That was the reality.
"Now, there’s a long queue of people wanting to contest. How do we avoid becoming victims of our own success? This is why it is crucial to continue attracting idealistic, talented, young professional Malaysians into the party," he said.
PKR Vice-President Candidates
Earlier, Nik Nazmi, along with four other incumbents – Amirudin, Chang, Nurul Izzah, and Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun – confirmed their intention to defend their vice-president posts in the party polls scheduled for May 24.
Additionally, Fahmi, who is PKR information chief, along with the party’s deputy information chief 1 Datuk Seri R. Ramanan have also announced their candidacies for vice-president posts.
Conclusion
In conclusion, PKR’s commitment to nurturing young talent is crucial in ensuring the party’s continued success. By attracting and grooming young, idealistic, and talented individuals, PKR can continue to produce leaders who can drive the party’s vision forward.
FAQs
Q: What is PKR’s track record in producing young leaders?
A: PKR has a strong track record of producing young leaders, many of whom entered politics at an early age and have since gained valuable experience.
Q: What is the challenge in nurturing young leaders?
A: The challenge is avoiding becoming victims of one’s own success by continuing to attract and groom new, talented, and idealistic individuals.
Q: How can PKR continue to produce leaders?
A: By continuing to attract and groom new, talented, and idealistic individuals, PKR can continue to produce leaders who can drive the party’s vision forward.