Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has hit back at critics mocking his decision to refuse his prime ministerial salary.In response to accusations of political theatrics, he pointed out that he still receives an allowance as the Tambun MP.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/553380880663491

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has hit back at critics mocking his decision to refuse his prime ministerial salary.In response to accusations of political theatrics, he pointed out that he still receives an allowance as the Tambun MP. Video source: https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/553380880663491

'I have MP allowance' - Anwar to criticism of not taking PM salary

The government bore the cost of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s official visits to five countries by paying RM1.66 million.Companies following along the trips paid RM4.5 million, which was to cover their own travel costs, said government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.The total cost of the trips was RM6.162 million, where 27 percent was the government’s expenditure and the remainder was the companies’ portion.

The government bore the cost of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s official visits to five countries by paying RM1.66 million.Companies following along the trips paid RM4.5 million, which was to cover their own travel costs, said government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.The total cost of the trips was RM6.162 million, where 27 percent was the government’s expenditure and the remainder was the companies’ portion.

Govt saved RM900k with chartered flight for PM's visit to five countries, says Fahmi

[KiniNews] PAS has denied naming Muhyiddin Yassin as the Perikatan Nasional’s prime ministerial candidate in the next general election, stating the coalition has not decided on the matter.Responding to Ahmad Faizal Azumu’s remarks about Muhyiddin being PN’s sole nominee for the country’s top position, PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin said Bersatu cannot sideline PAS in determining the candidate for this important position as it needs to be a mutually agreed upon decision.Hashim also said that PAS is more qualified to lead PN.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Zaid Ibrahim said it's pointless for PAS to dream of getting the prime minister post.The former law minister said the nation needed a leader who is prepared to come down hard on corruption and is not confident that PAS would be able to do so.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!

[KiniNews] PAS has denied naming Muhyiddin Yassin as the Perikatan Nasional’s prime ministerial candidate in the next general election, stating the coalition has not decided on the matter.Responding to Ahmad Faizal Azumu’s remarks about Muhyiddin being PN’s sole nominee for the country’s top position, PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin said Bersatu cannot sideline PAS in determining the candidate for this important position as it needs to be a mutually agreed upon decision.Hashim also said that PAS is more qualified to lead PN.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Zaid Ibrahim said it's pointless for PAS to dream of getting the prime minister post.The former law minister said the nation needed a leader who is prepared to come down hard on corruption and is not confident that PAS would be able to do so.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!

#KiniNews: PAS more qualified to lead PN, says Hashim; PAS as PM? It's pointless to dream, says Zaid

The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) decision to issue arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes in Gaza is apt, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.We welcome the decision and agree that they should be arrested even if they are visiting other countries,” he told reporters when asked about the ICC decision after performing Friday prayers in Putrajaya today.

The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) decision to issue arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes in Gaza is apt, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.We welcome the decision and agree that they should be arrested even if they are visiting other countries,” he told reporters when asked about the ICC decision after performing Friday prayers in Putrajaya today.

Anwar: ICC's arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision

Zaid Ibrahim has poured cold water on PAS to dissolve its “dream” of clinching the prized prime minister post should Perikatan Nasional win the next general election.The former law minister said the nation needed a leader who is prepared to come down hard on corruption and is not confident that the Islamic party would be able to do so.Zaid said while there are numerous PAS leaders who are qualified to be prime minister, they are either unsuitable or are not winnable candidates.

Zaid Ibrahim has poured cold water on PAS to dissolve its “dream” of clinching the prized prime minister post should Perikatan Nasional win the next general election.The former law minister said the nation needed a leader who is prepared to come down hard on corruption and is not confident that the Islamic party would be able to do so.Zaid said while there are numerous PAS leaders who are qualified to be prime minister, they are either unsuitable or are not winnable candidates.

Pointless for PAS to dream of becoming PM, says Zaid

Gerakan president Dominic Lau has made it clear that Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin is the coalition's candidate for the prime minister post.He pointed out that the former premier has the experience, leadership qualities and support of the coalition.

Gerakan president Dominic Lau has made it clear that Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin is the coalition's candidate for the prime minister post.He pointed out that the former premier has the experience, leadership qualities and support of the coalition.

Muhyiddin is PN’s poster boy, our PM candidate, says Gerakan

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has accused former Sabah Mineral Management (SMM) chief executive officer Jontih Enggihon of acting against the board’s decision.“I must state, without making accusations, that the former CEO acted contrary to the board’s decisions."“According to SMM’s report, the board decided otherwise, but the CEO went ahead and issued letters granting Prospecting Licences (PLs) to selected companies,” he said.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726670

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has accused former Sabah Mineral Management (SMM) chief executive officer Jontih Enggihon of acting against the board’s decision.“I must state, without making accusations, that the former CEO acted contrary to the board’s decisions."“According to SMM’s report, the board decided otherwise, but the CEO went ahead and issued letters granting Prospecting Licences (PLs) to selected companies,” he said.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726670

Hajiji: Ex-SMM CEO acted contrary to the board’s decisions

Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim is the “sole voice and soul of reformasi” left in PKR, according to PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan.Hassan’s only offence is that he has been principled and stood his ground, he said.“When many in the Reformasi movement have taken the line of being silent or being ‘yes men’ to the ruling elites, Hassan has been the conscience of the 1998 Reformasi spirit,” he told Malaysiakini.

Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim is the “sole voice and soul of reformasi” left in PKR, according to PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan.Hassan’s only offence is that he has been principled and stood his ground, he said.“When many in the Reformasi movement have taken the line of being silent or being ‘yes men’ to the ruling elites, Hassan has been the conscience of the 1998 Reformasi spirit,” he told Malaysiakini.

PSM urges PKR not to silence Hassan, the 'sole voice' of Reformasi in the party

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has reiterated that the videos of the alleged corruption scandal involving assemblypersons were aimed at tarnishing his and the state government’s image.The Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) leader added that the state government would allow the authorities to investigate and take appropriate action if there are elements of wrongdoing or abuse of power."As for the details, I’m unable to elaborate further as the matter is under investigation, and any statement could jeopardise the process," he told the state legislative assembly on Wednesday.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNyGEhMN3bc&t=0sFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726667

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has reiterated that the videos of the alleged corruption scandal involving assemblypersons were aimed at tarnishing his and the state government’s image.The Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) leader added that the state government would allow the authorities to investigate and take appropriate action if there are elements of wrongdoing or abuse of power."As for the details, I’m unable to elaborate further as the matter is under investigation, and any statement could jeopardise the process," he told the state legislative assembly on Wednesday.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNyGEhMN3bc&t=0sFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726667

Corruption 'scandal' aimed at tarnishing me, state govt's image - Sabah CM

PAS has denied naming Muhyiddin Yassin as the Perikatan Nasional’s prime ministerial candidate in the next general election, stating the coalition has not decided on the matter.Responding to Ahmad Faizal Azumu’s remarks about Muhyiddin being PN’s sole nominee for the country’s top position, PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin said Bersatu cannot sideline PAS in determining the candidate for this important position unless it is a mutually agreed decision.

PAS has denied naming Muhyiddin Yassin as the Perikatan Nasional’s prime ministerial candidate in the next general election, stating the coalition has not decided on the matter.Responding to Ahmad Faizal Azumu’s remarks about Muhyiddin being PN’s sole nominee for the country’s top position, PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin said Bersatu cannot sideline PAS in determining the candidate for this important position unless it is a mutually agreed decision.

PAS more qualified to lead PN, says Hashim Jasin

PAS has censured Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for comparing Bersih’s poor grading of his government to the UPSR examination.“It is irresponsible and immature,” said PAS vice-president Amar Abdullah.“As the top leader, he should view the criticism seriously and display his commitment to address the weaknesses in his administration,” he added.

PAS has censured Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for comparing Bersih’s poor grading of his government to the UPSR examination.“It is irresponsible and immature,” said PAS vice-president Amar Abdullah.“As the top leader, he should view the criticism seriously and display his commitment to address the weaknesses in his administration,” he added.

It's irresponsible and immature, says PAS veep on Anwar's response to Bersih's ranking

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today stressed that there will be no cover-ups in the MACC investigation into the alleged bribery scandal involving several Sabah state assemblypersons.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, he reiterated the government's seriousness in fighting graft and that they would not protect anyone.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Mohamed Hanipa Maidin recalled how Anwar has been chanting “reformasi” since his unceremonious exit in September 1998 and spent more than two decades delivering blistering speeches nationwide on how he intended to transform the nation for the better.“He had 24 years to prepare for the UPSR examination. And unlike other exams, he was given the luxury of answering the questions for two years," he said.Hanipa was responding to Anwar saying his Madani government could do better in the future and would aspire to score an “A” in the SPM examination after obtaining a “D” in Bersih’s test, which he equated to the UPSR examination for Standard Six pupils in the past___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today stressed that there will be no cover-ups in the MACC investigation into the alleged bribery scandal involving several Sabah state assemblypersons.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, he reiterated the government's seriousness in fighting graft and that they would not protect anyone.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Mohamed Hanipa Maidin recalled how Anwar has been chanting “reformasi” since his unceremonious exit in September 1998 and spent more than two decades delivering blistering speeches nationwide on how he intended to transform the nation for the better.“He had 24 years to prepare for the UPSR examination. And unlike other exams, he was given the luxury of answering the questions for two years," he said.Hanipa was responding to Anwar saying his Madani government could do better in the future and would aspire to score an “A” in the SPM examination after obtaining a “D” in Bersih’s test, which he equated to the UPSR examination for Standard Six pupils in the past___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!

#KiniNews: No cover-up in Sabah scandal, says PM; Anwar had 24 years to prepare for UPSR - Hanipa

PKR is holding a disciplinary hearing for its Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim at the party headquarters in Petaling Jaya this afternoon.According to sources, the disciplinary board has summoned the outspoken representative over his statement on Putrajaya’s decision to appoint the royalty-linked U Mobile as the second operator for Malaysia’s 5G network.

PKR is holding a disciplinary hearing for its Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim at the party headquarters in Petaling Jaya this afternoon.According to sources, the disciplinary board has summoned the outspoken representative over his statement on Putrajaya’s decision to appoint the royalty-linked U Mobile as the second operator for Malaysia’s 5G network.

PKR disciplinary board summons Hassan over remarks on 5G network decision

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim believes the government can perform better in implementing reform over time, saying that his Madani administration is still new.This came in response to Bersih giving the government a poor rating in its recent assessment, where the electoral reform group criticised Putrajaya for failing to fulfil many of its reform agendas.“UPSR we get a 'D', later during SPM we should get an 'A'. We are still very new," he quipped during the Prime Minister’s Question Time today.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/MWNm48uGcik

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim believes the government can perform better in implementing reform over time, saying that his Madani administration is still new.This came in response to Bersih giving the government a poor rating in its recent assessment, where the electoral reform group criticised Putrajaya for failing to fulfil many of its reform agendas.“UPSR we get a 'D', later during SPM we should get an 'A'. We are still very new," he quipped during the Prime Minister’s Question Time today.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/MWNm48uGcik

It's a D for UPSR, we can get A for SPM, says Anwar on Bersih's ranking

Taking potshots at Perikatan Nasional, Umno supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi said the opposition would not even be eligible for grading if left to the rakyat.He said this in response to Arau MP Shahidan Kassim’s claims yesterday that the government risked getting an “E grade” if the public had a say.

Taking potshots at Perikatan Nasional, Umno supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi said the opposition would not even be eligible for grading if left to the rakyat.He said this in response to Arau MP Shahidan Kassim’s claims yesterday that the government risked getting an “E grade” if the public had a say.

PN wouldn't even have a grade, Puad tells Shahidan

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified his recent remarks on Malaysia's stance on Israel made during an interview on CNN and told those criticising him to see it in the full context.Anwar said that he has always been firm against Israel and had even proposed to other countries to consider expelling the country from the UN.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/MWNm48uGcik

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified his recent remarks on Malaysia's stance on Israel made during an interview on CNN and told those criticising him to see it in the full context.Anwar said that he has always been firm against Israel and had even proposed to other countries to consider expelling the country from the UN.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/MWNm48uGcik

Anwar clarifies recent remarks on Israel

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has chosen not to respond to Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh because the latter is not at the same level as him.This is despite Akmal’s repeated attacks on DAP leaders, including Loke himself.The DAP chief further explained that as a minister and key government leader, he has more important tasks such as implementing government policies and economic improvements.

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has chosen not to respond to Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh because the latter is not at the same level as him.This is despite Akmal’s repeated attacks on DAP leaders, including Loke himself.The DAP chief further explained that as a minister and key government leader, he has more important tasks such as implementing government policies and economic improvements.

Loke won't quarrel with Akmal, to focus on good governance

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today stressed that there will be no cover-ups in the MACC investigation into the alleged bribery scandal involving several Sabah state assemblypersons.He said the MACC informed him that the investigation is ongoing and they have called up the assemblypersons implicated in the scandal. "It is not true if anyone wants to allege that there is an effort to cover up or hinder (investigation)," he said during the Prime Minister's Question Time this morning.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/MWNm48uGcik

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today stressed that there will be no cover-ups in the MACC investigation into the alleged bribery scandal involving several Sabah state assemblypersons.He said the MACC informed him that the investigation is ongoing and they have called up the assemblypersons implicated in the scandal. "It is not true if anyone wants to allege that there is an effort to cover up or hinder (investigation)," he said during the Prime Minister's Question Time this morning.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/MWNm48uGcik

Anwar: No cover-up in Sabah bribery scandal

Former Sabah Mineral Management (SMM) CEO Jontih Enggihon underwent another questioning session over an MACC report lodged against him.However, he appeared to be unfazed.“I can handle the hours. Just as long as the truth emerged,” he told Malaysiakini when asked how many hours he spent at the Sabah MACC headquarters in Kota Kinabalu yesterday.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726546

Former Sabah Mineral Management (SMM) CEO Jontih Enggihon underwent another questioning session over an MACC report lodged against him.However, he appeared to be unfazed.“I can handle the hours. Just as long as the truth emerged,” he told Malaysiakini when asked how many hours he spent at the Sabah MACC headquarters in Kota Kinabalu yesterday.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726546

Ex-Sabah Mineral CEO questioned by MACC again

[KiniNews] The Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court acquitted and discharged the late Daim Zainuddin of an asset disclosure charge today.The court granted the acquittal following an application by deputy public prosecutor Wan Shaharuddin Wan Ladin for the case to be withdrawn.Daim’s lawyer initially argued for the criminal court to continue with the case in spite of prosecutors not wanting to, and that in the alternative the deceased should be acquitted.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersih has given the Anwar Ibrahim-led federal administration a grade of “D” in its mid-term evaluation, with the poor performance attributed to the coalition government’s failure to carry out significant institutional reforms.In a presentation of what Bersih dubbed the government’s report card last night, the electoral reform group also ranked Anwar behind its predecessors Ismail Sabri Yaakob and Dr Mahathir Mohamad in fulfilling their reform promises.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] The Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court acquitted and discharged the late Daim Zainuddin of an asset disclosure charge today.The court granted the acquittal following an application by deputy public prosecutor Wan Shaharuddin Wan Ladin for the case to be withdrawn.Daim’s lawyer initially argued for the criminal court to continue with the case in spite of prosecutors not wanting to, and that in the alternative the deceased should be acquitted.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersih has given the Anwar Ibrahim-led federal administration a grade of “D” in its mid-term evaluation, with the poor performance attributed to the coalition government’s failure to carry out significant institutional reforms.In a presentation of what Bersih dubbed the government’s report card last night, the electoral reform group also ranked Anwar behind its predecessors Ismail Sabri Yaakob and Dr Mahathir Mohamad in fulfilling their reform promises.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Court acquits late Daim of asset disclosure charge; Bersih gives Madani govt 'D grade'

Arau MP Shahidan Kassim today warned the government that it risked a lower evaluation than the “D grade” given by Bersih if the people had a say in evaluating its mid-year performance after two years in power.Speaking to reporters in Parliament, Shahidan claimed the Anwar Ibrahim-led administration faces problems both on the domestic and international fronts.

Arau MP Shahidan Kassim today warned the government that it risked a lower evaluation than the “D grade” given by Bersih if the people had a say in evaluating its mid-year performance after two years in power.Speaking to reporters in Parliament, Shahidan claimed the Anwar Ibrahim-led administration faces problems both on the domestic and international fronts.

If the people gave the ranking, I believe they would give an E, says Shahidan

An aide to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim derided Bersih for giving the government a “D grade” in its mid-term evaluation.Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim called it shallow and reckless, saying the evaluation was not based on facts and the country’s situation.

An aide to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim derided Bersih for giving the government a “D grade” in its mid-term evaluation.Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim called it shallow and reckless, saying the evaluation was not based on facts and the country’s situation.

'Shallow and reckless' - Anwar's aide responds to Bersih's ‘D grade’ for govt

DAP national chairperson Lim Guan Eng today asked Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek about her confirmation that she hosted officials from the Taliban-led Afghanistan government.Lim said he was raising the issue not just as a representative of the people, but also as someone who views human rights seriously, particularly those of women’s education.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9hZcgEpwYo&t=0s

DAP national chairperson Lim Guan Eng today asked Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek about her confirmation that she hosted officials from the Taliban-led Afghanistan government.Lim said he was raising the issue not just as a representative of the people, but also as someone who views human rights seriously, particularly those of women’s education.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9hZcgEpwYo&t=0s

Why did the Education Ministry host Taliban-led deligation? - Guan Eng

The employee who was seen punching a foreigner at KLIA’s “not to land” (NTL) zone has been suspended from duty effective immediately, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke.He also said the employee is from AeroDarat Services Sdn Bhd, a company engaged to manage the NTL area."The man had already been suspended and slapped with a show cause letter while awaiting a full investigation from the management,” he said at a press conference in Parliament today.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOKb87GjhrE

The employee who was seen punching a foreigner at KLIA’s “not to land” (NTL) zone has been suspended from duty effective immediately, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke.He also said the employee is from AeroDarat Services Sdn Bhd, a company engaged to manage the NTL area."The man had already been suspended and slapped with a show cause letter while awaiting a full investigation from the management,” he said at a press conference in Parliament today.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOKb87GjhrE

Loke: Staff who punched foreigner at KLIA suspended from duty

Immigration officers were not involved in the incident showing an official allegedly punching a foreigner at KLIA’s “not to land” (NTL) area, a Home Ministry spokesperson said.“No officers from the Immigration Department were involved in this. They are only tasked with deciding on NTL (whether a tourist can enter Malaysia or not)," said the spokesperson.

Immigration officers were not involved in the incident showing an official allegedly punching a foreigner at KLIA’s “not to land” (NTL) area, a Home Ministry spokesperson said.“No officers from the Immigration Department were involved in this. They are only tasked with deciding on NTL (whether a tourist can enter Malaysia or not)," said the spokesperson.

Immigration officers not involved with incident at KLIA NTL area - Home Ministry

With five days more to polling day, Pakatan Rakyat has returned to the Han Chiang College field to seek a fresh mandate from thousands of Penangites to rule the state government for another term.

The overwhelming support from the crowd, which swelled to about 50,000 by 9pm when PKR supremo Anwar Ibrahim arrived, was a good indication that support for Pakatan from the non-Malays remains strong.

Anwar to 50,000 supporters: We've had enough, time to 'ubah'!