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The Star
23-05-2025
- Health
- The Star
Ageing population and its burdens on women among key issues at Wanita PKR congress
JOHOR BARU: The ageing population and its effect on women were among the key issues raised at the Wanita PKR Congress held here. Of the 14 delegates who debated at the congress held in Danga Bay Convention Centre on Friday (May 23), at least two highlighted the urgent need for the country to prepare for an ageing society. Terengganu PKR Wanita chief Armila Alias questioned the country's readiness, pointing out that Malaysia has already crossed the threshold to be considered an ageing nation. "The United Nations defines an ageing population as a country where 7% of its people are aged 65 and above. "Malaysia reached 7.6% in 2024, and the figure is expected to rise to 15% by 2040, which would make us an aged nation. "The question now is, are we ready? Are our policies, structures and societal culture equipped to handle this wave of ageing?" she said, adding that 9% of the population in Terengganu was already aged 60 and above in 2023. She called for more efforts to empower women, who often shoulder the caregiving responsibilities for the elderly. "Statistically, the majority of caregivers for ageing parents are women. They are the daughters, daughters-in-law, and even granddaughters. "However, caregiving requires physical, mental and financial support. I hope basic elderly care training can be systematically provided at the community level. "I also hope PKR Wanita can organise dual-parenting modules, and not just on raising children but also on caring for elderly parents," she said. Echoing a similar concern was Selangor PKR Wanita chief Pua Pei Ling, who pointed out that the burden of caregiving, especially for ailing parents, falls largely on women. "We often hear complaints from young women who had to quit their jobs to care for elderly parents, or take on multiple jobs to cope. "This is the reality for many women. Their biggest fear as they grow older is being neglected. Other key issues discussed during the congress included climate change, the development of artificial intelligence, and the role of women in elections.
The Star
23-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Anwar casts ballot in PKR central leadership polls
JOHOR BARU: Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) President and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim cast his vote in person in the party's central leadership election at the Berjaya Waterfront Hotel here. Anwar arrived at the polling centre, which also serves as the venue for the 2024/2025 PKR Youth National Congress, at about 12.07pm on Friday (May 23), accompanied by PKR advisory council chairman Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail. Also present were PKR secretary-general Dr Fuziah Salleh, information chief Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, and party election committee chairman Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa. Dr Wan Azizah also cast her vote. After voting, Anwar spent some time mingling with PKR delegates and election staff. Friday's voting ran from 8am to 5pm to elect the members of the central leadership council and the leadership councils of the PKR Youth and Wanita wings. A total of 32,030 delegates are eligible to vote, comprising 22,936 online voters and 9,094 physical voters. In addition to the Berjaya Waterfront Hotel, physical voting is also held at the Wanita PKR Congress at the Danga Bay Convention Centre. For Sabah and Sarawak, physical voting is also taking place at the International Technology and Commercial Centre (ITCC) in Penampang and the Penview Convention Centre in Kuching, respectively. This election sees a total of 251 candidates contesting - 104 for the central leadership council, 85 for the youth and 62 for the Wanita councils. The Prime Minister is unopposed for the position of president, while the deputy president post features a one-on-one contest between Nurul Izzah Anwar and incumbent, Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli. For the vice-president posts, 12 candidates are in the running, including four incumbents - Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang, Negri Sembilan Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun, and Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. Meanwhile, Muhammad Kamil remains unchallenged for the position of PKR Youth chief. In contrast, the Wanita PKR chief post sees a straight fight between Education Minister and incumbent Fadhlina Sidek and Ampang MP Rodziah Ismail. Dr Zaliha earlier said the results of the party's new leadership election are expected to be known as early as Friday night or by 2.30pm Saturday. Anwar is scheduled to officiate the 2024/2025 PKR National Congress at 9.25 pm Friday at the Persada International Convention Centre here, which will be attended by party leadership and delegates. - Bernama
New Straits Times
06-05-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
PKR 2024/2025 annual congress rescheduled to May 21–24
KUALA LUMPUR: The 2024 and 2025 PKR Annual Congress, including the congresses for Angkatan Muda Keadilan (AMK) and Wanita PKR, have been rescheduled to May 21 to 24, said PKR secretary-general Dr Fuziah Salleh. In a statement today, she said PKR has to adjust the dates as the party president, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, must perform official state duties in conjunction with the arrival of Asean heads of state in Malaysia on May 25. According to the statement, the opening ceremony for the AMK Congress and Wanita PKR Congress will occur on Wednesday, May 21, and the congress proper for both wings will be held the next day (May 22). She said the PKR Central Leadership Elections and the official opening of the annual congress will be held on Friday, May 23, adding that the 2024/2025 PKR Annual Congress is scheduled for Saturday, May 24. Fuziah said preparations involving delegates, logistics, and implementation will be reorganised according to the new dates, urging relevant parties to observe the changes and make the necessary adjustments. –Bernama
The Star
06-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
PKR annual congress rescheduled to May 21-24
KUALA LUMPUR: The 2024 and 2025 PKR Annual Congress, which includes the congresses for PKR Youth (AMK) and Wanita PKR, has been rescheduled to May 21 to 24, says party secretary-general Dr Fuziah Salleh. In a statement on Tuesday (May 6), she said PKR has to adjust the dates as party president, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, must perform official state duties in conjunction with the arrival of Asean heads of state in Malaysia on May 25. According to the statement, the opening ceremony for the PKR Youth Congress and Wanita PKR Congress will be on Wednesday, May 21, and the congress proper for both wings will be held the next day on Thursday (May 22). She said the PKR central leadership elections and the official opening of the annual congress will be held on Friday (May 23), adding that the 2024/2025 PKR Annual Congress is scheduled for Saturday (May 24). Fuziah said preparations involving delegates, logistics and implementation will be reorganised according to the new dates, urging relevant parties to observe the changes and make the necessary adjustments. – Bernama
The Sun
06-05-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
PKR 2024/2025 Annual Congress rescheduled to May 21-24
KUALA LUMPUR: The 2024 and 2025 PKR Annual Congress, including the congresses for Angkatan Muda Keadilan (AMK) and Wanita PKR, have been rescheduled to May 21 to 24, said PKR secretary-general Dr Fuziah Salleh. In a statement today, she said PKR has to adjust the dates as the party president, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, must perform official state duties in conjunction with the arrival of ASEAN heads of state in Malaysia on May 25. According to the statement, the opening ceremony for the AMK Congress and Wanita PKR Congress will occur on Wednesday, May 21, and the congress proper for both wings will be held the next day (May 22). She said the PKR Central Leadership Elections and the official opening of the annual congress will be held on Friday, May 23, adding that the 2024/2025 PKR Annual Congress is scheduled for Saturday, May 24. Fuziah said preparations involving delegates, logistics, and implementation will be reorganised according to the new dates, urging relevant parties to observe the changes and make the necessary adjustments.
