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Initiative to shed PBS perception as ‘old people party’

Joniston…The way forward for PBS.

KOTA KINABALU : – Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) Information Chief Datuk Joniston Bangkuai suggested the concept of PBS 2.0 as a clear vision for the party’s future.

He said the proposed initiative should be seen as a fresh effort to rejuvenate the 39-year-old party.

“It will shed its “old people’s party” perception to one that pioneered efforts to regain State rights as enshrined in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 and in the Constitution,” the Kiulu assembyman added.

“PBS has a rich history and legacy, and we must build on this foundation.”

“We must leverage PBS’s historical legacy,” he said during his talk titled “The Way Forward for PBS” at the Seminar Platform Politik Anak Muda PBS, on Thursday.

“Perhaps it is time we consider PBS 2.0 as an initiative to really rejuvenate the party, stay relevant, and ensure we are not left behind but instead lead the way in innovative political practices,” he added.

He suggested that the PBS Youth Wing take the lead in coming up with practical and workable strategies with achieveable objectives and targets in the party’s rejuvenation proccess.

“As future leaders of PBS, it is only proper for members of the party’s youth wing to be in the forefront in the efforts to further strengthen the party and in attracting more members, especially among the younger generation,” Joniston said.

He opined that the PBS 2.0 concept should represent the members’ commitment to modernisation, inclusivity, and innovation, in line with current needs and leadership.

This initiative should include a comprehensive digital strategy, modernising campaign strategies, empowering youth and women, and, importantly, engaging the new generation of voters, he added.

“I see PBS 2.0 as a call to action for all members. It is not just a plan but a movement towards a brighter future for our party, and to me, this is the way forward for PBS,” said Joniston.

He highlighted the importance of active participation from all members to bring this concept to fruition whereby the youth and women can assist in shaping an effective modernisation blueprint for PBS.

The seminar was attended by the party’s exco members headed by Central Youth Movement chief Christopher Mandut and divisional youth leaders.

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