Barisan Nasional (BN) will use a moderate approach in the campaigning for the Kuala Kangsar Parliamentary by-election as a show of respect for the month of Ramadan, said UMNO Information Chief Tan Sri Annuar Musa.
Even so, he said, BN would ensure that the message of its campaign was delivered clearly to all the voters.
The nomination process for the candidates will be held tomorrow and polling on June 18, while Muslims begin fasting for Ramadan on Monday.
"We have decided that all campaigns will be conducted moderately, stressing on brotherhood, ideal for all that is required in the month of Ramadan in terms of issues, actions and gatherings.
"We want to ensure that the campaign also reaches everyone, including the Chinese and Indians, our approach is to meet with the business sector, associations, clans, non-Malay non-governmental organisations," he told reporters after a gathering with MARA outstanding students at the Kuala Kangsar Mara College here today.
He also said that as a show of respect to BN candidate Datin Mastura Mohd Yazid, who is still in mourning, BN will provide various alternative methods for her to convey her message to the voters.
He said BN will provide three giant monitors mounted on a special lorry to convey her campaign message to the voters in Kuala Kangsar live as well as recorded.
"We will fully utilise the new media, this is the first time we are using this, the first time we are using a big lorry which is equipped with a stage, to deliver a speech," he said.
Asked if BN had any problems with a three-cornered fight or more, Annuar said BN respected the democratic process and did not stop any party and individual from contesting.
The Kuala Kangsar by-election is being held following the death of its Member of Parliament Datuk Wan Mohammad Khair-il Anuar Wan Ahmad in a helicopter crash in Sebuyau, Sarawak, on May 5.
The Election Commission had fixed the by-election to be held on June 18, with nomination day tomorrow.
On a separate matter, Annuar who is the chairman of Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) said beginning this year, it would send about 800 excellent students to universities ranked among the top 50 best in the world.
He said this was in line with MARA's aim of transforming more quality graduates into experts in various fields once they returned to the country.
"We have identified 50 universities...(but) we will give allowances for universities which are not in the top 50 ranking, but it depends on the studies, such as physics," he said.
Bernama
Sat Jun 04 2016
ANNUAR: BN would ensure that the message of its campaign was delivered clearly to all the voters. -Filepix
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.