GEORGE TOWN: In the upcoming Penang State Election on August 12, Penang Umno has announced that it will be fielding candidates in six out of the 40 State Legislative Assembly seats. This news was confirmed by State UMNO Liaison Committee chairman Datuk Musa Sheikh Fadzir (pic).
“So far, it has been confirmed that Umno will be contesting in six seats in Penang. We will defend our two seats, namely Permatang Berangan and Sungai Dua, in the Tasek Gelugor parliamentary constituency. Additionally, we will be contesting in Penaga and Bertam in the Kepala Batas parliamentary constituency,” said Datuk Musa.
He further added, “In addition, we will also be contesting in Sungai Acheh in the Nibong Tebal parliamentary constituency and Teluk Bahang in Balik Pulau parliamentary constituency, which is the only seat Umno will be contesting on the island. We are strategically focusing on Malay-majority areas and hope to garner support from the voters.”
Penang Umno is currently in the process of shortlisting candidates for the election. Once the list is finalized, Datuk Musa will submit the names to the party leadership for their selection. “We will be presenting new faces, particularly young people from among Umno Youth, as candidates. Our aim is to bring renewal and fresh perspectives to the table,” he explained.
“We believe that Umno can secure victory in at least five seats. We urge the voters to support UMNO and the Unity Government parties in Penang and show their support for the Malay majority areas,” Datuk Musa expressed with confidence.
The Election Commission (SPR) has scheduled simultaneous elections in six states including Penang, Kedah, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Kelantan, and Terengganu on August 12. Nominations for candidates will take place on July 29, with early voting set for August 8. – Bernama
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