MELAKA: Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi says the coalition can deliver an even better government than the current administration led by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, which he acknowledged had performed well and achieved much.
He said the administration had implemented various positive measures, but BN was determined to build on those achievements and deliver even better results.
“We want to acknowledge that the government under the leadership of the prime minister is a good government. It has done well and accomplished many things.
“I repeat, this is a good government. Let me say it again, a good government.
“But, if we are given the mandate, we will do even better. However, we will have to wait and see,” he said.
Zahid, who is also deputy prime minister, was speaking at a gathering with Melaka Community Development Department (Kemas) personnel.
Also present were Rural and Regional Development Ministry deputy secretary-general (policy) Datuk Abdul Kahar Abdullah, Melaka senior executive councillor Datuk Rais Yasin and Kemas director-general Datuk Mohd Hanafiah Man.
Zahid also called on voters to give BN a stronger mandate in the Melaka election, setting a target of winning more than the 21 state seats previously secured by the coalition.
“Imagine if we could turn more than 21 seats in Melaka blue.
“Make sure that this Saturday, we turn Melaka blue again with an even bigger number of seats.
“On Nov 14, make sure Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh continues to lead Melaka as its chief minister,” he said.
He said political stability was crucial to ensuring the smooth administration of the Melaka government.
Zahid also reminded BN members not to focus solely on winning the state election but to prepare for the next general election by reclaiming parliamentary seats in Melaka.
“Remember, this is a state election. After this comes the general election.
“Our focus must not be limited to the state election. We must ensure that the parliamentary constituencies we contest in Melaka do not suffer the same fate as before.
“We must reclaim the parliamentary seats in Melaka,” he said.
Zahid also expressed hope that renewed political cooperation between BN and Perikatan Nasional (PN) would further strengthen the coalition’s chances of victory.
“Hopefully, the spirit and momentum of our previous victories, coupled with the support of our friends, including those with whom we have renewed longstanding ties, will help secure victory for us,” he said.