MASJID TANAH: Pakatan Harapan candidate for the Kuala Linggi seat, Mohammad Mukhlisul Mubin, wants to champion a performance- and service-based approach to politics rather than merely shaping public perception through campaigns.
The 25-year-old, better known as Muklis Mubin, said this approach must be reflected in efforts to address local issues, including fishermen’s welfare, flooding, employment opportunities and internet connectivity, which still require attention.
He said these issues should not only be addressed by him but also collectively championed by all candidates contesting the election to ensure they receive attention at the appropriate level.
“We want to serve the people of Kuala Linggi wholeheartedly.
“To date, we have raised several local issues and are finalising them for inclusion in our manifesto,” he told reporters after attending a programme with the fishing community in Kuala Linggi here last night.
He said the programme was aimed at bringing him closer to the community while gathering feedback on issues raised during previous engagements.
“The meeting with the fishing community provided a platform for us to update them on the progress of several matters raised previously.
“These include issues that have received positive feedback and approval, such as the reconstruction of the Telok Gong jetty, among others,” he said.
On the challenges during the campaign period, Muklis acknowledged that he was still relatively new to politics and had many shortcomings to address.
However, he said all criticism, feedback and advice received, including through social media, would serve as guidance for him and his team to improve their approach.
“I admit that I still have many weaknesses and shortcomings because none of us is perfect. However, I am trying to introduce a new political approach in the country, namely performance-based politics rather than politics based solely on perception.
“We take criticism positively, while setting aside anything that is not constructive,” he said.
Muklis said the response from Kuala Linggi constituents during his walkabouts had been very encouraging, with strong support for the voices of younger people.
He said the biggest challenge was meeting everyone’s expectations, as every action taken would inevitably attract differing views and criticism.
“Nevertheless, I will take all feedback and criticism positively as an opportunity to improve myself and enhance the quality of service to the community,” he said.