In such a scenario, “I think it will be preferable that there is (an interim meeting) between Anwar and Izzah as having a father as Prime Minister, and his daughter would take over, create discomfort for those of the party and through the country,” he added.
Political analyst James Chin, professor of Asian studies at the University of Tasmania, said that with Nurul Izzah, advancing to challenge, Anwar gives ammunition to other political parties and his political opponents.
“Anwar is so obvious, allowing the girl to challenge. Even if Nurul is competent, it is the public perception that counts in politics, especially during the elections. It is a bad look for Anwar,” said Chin.
Former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has deflected accusations of nepotism by not allowing his children to take high -level positions at the National Organization of Malays (UMNO) when he was in charge of the party, noted Chin.
“If I were Nurul, I wouldn't take this contest and if I was anwar, I would put a stop,” said Chin. “Doing this will constantly harm your brand.”
11 candidates compete for four vice-president positions
Meanwhile, 11 people threw their hats in the ring for the four PKR vice-president positions on Friday evening.
These include Holders Amirudin, the chief minister of Negeri Sembilan, Aminudin Harun, the Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad as well as the Minister of Sciences, Technology and Innovation Chang Lih Kang.
They will be challenged by Raman, who is also the Minister of Development Entrepreneur Deputy and Cooperative, a member of the Parliament Ryuneswaran, the new deputy of Bayan Sim Tzin, the deputy secretary general of the Prakash Nadara party, and the former vice-president of the PKR Mustaffa Kamil Ayub.
The campaign will take place from May 15 to 22 and the delegates will vote at the party's national congress on May 23.
