No need for PAS manifesto in Johor polls, says Tuan Ibrahim

PETALING JAYA: PAS will not present a manifesto for the Johor state election as it is focused on offering pledges tailored to the specific constituencies it is contesting.

PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man said the party’s aim is to serve as a credible opposition in the state legislative assembly, Berita Harian reported.

“I think the party does not need to present a manifesto. A manifesto is usually for when you intend to take over the state government,” he said after officiating the Pasir Mas PAS annual general meeting today.

“We are only contesting a small number of seats, just 11 out of 56.

“We are making specific offers in certain areas taking into account the needs of the voters in those constituencies.”

Tuan Ibrahim said PAS’s role in the state assembly would be to act as a check and balance on the state government.

The state election will be held on July 11, with early voting set for July 7.

Pakatan Harapan launched its manifesto yesterday, which included pledges to bring 20,000 professionals currently in Singapore back to Johor by 2031, and provide 500,000 Johoreans with health insurance coverage.

Barisan Nasional’s 63-point manifesto, launched a week ago, lists housing, jobs and support for businesses among its key priorities.