PKR election co-director and Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail remains hopeful that Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad will reconsider his resignation as natural resources and environmental sustainability minister, effective July 4, 2025.
Saifuddin praised Nik Nazmi’s talent, describing him as “very talented, very intellectual, and works in a systematic way”.
He urged Nik Nazmi to reflect, stating, “I believe there is still room for him to consider and reflect. I’m making the same appeal, as I don’t side with either Damai or Hiruk,” referring to the rival factions in PKR’s recent internal elections.
Nik Nazmi, aligned with Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli’s Hiruk camp, lost his bids for PKR vice-president and Setiawangsa division chief, prompting his resignation, similar to Rafizi’s exit from the economy portfolio.
Saifuddin respects Rafizi’s decision but continues engaging with both Rafizi and Nurul Izzah Anwar, leader of the Damai platform.
He emphasised his unifying role, saying, “I define my success in PKR by staying consistent and making a meaningful contribution,” and recounted a three-hour discussion with both leaders before the party election to bridge their differences. — June 28, 2025
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