PKR’s Saifuddin Nasution May Contest in Upcoming Party Elections

A Decision Yet to be Made

Former PKR secretary-general Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has yet to decide if he will contest in the upcoming party elections.

“I haven’t made a decision yet. If I do, I will hold a press conference,” he was quoted by Bernama as saying.

A Storied Career

In September last year, Saifuddin relinquished his post as party secretary-general – a role he was first appointed to in 2010 before being reappointed in 2022 – to former Kuantan MP Fuziah Salleh.

He, however, remains as Pakatan Harapan’s secretary-general, a member of PKR’s political bureau, and a member of the unity government’s leadership council.

A Contested Past

In the last party elections, Saifuddin was involved in a straight fight with Rafizi Ramli for the deputy presidency. Rafizi won the contest after securing a majority of more than 19,000 votes.

Upcoming Elections

PKR will hold elections for its divisions and central committee leadership in April and May, respectively.

What’s Next for Saifuddin?

As the party prepares for its elections, many are wondering what Saifuddin’s next move will be. Will he throw his hat into the ring or step back from the political fray? Only time will tell.

FAQs

What is Saifuddin’s current role in PKR? He is still the secretary-general of Pakatan Harapan, a member of PKR’s political bureau, and a member of the unity government’s leadership council.

When will PKR hold its elections? The party will hold elections for its divisions and central committee leadership in April and May, respectively.

Who did Saifuddin contest against in the last party elections? He was involved in a straight fight with Rafizi Ramli for the deputy presidency, with Rafizi emerging victorious.