KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA January 14, 2026 – The United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) commenced its 2025 General Assembly today at the World Trade Centre (WTC) in Kuala Lumpur, with party president Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi extending a warm welcome to delegates from its women’s, youth, and young women’s wings.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Ahmad Zahid, who also serves as Malaysia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Rural and Regional Development, emphasized the importance of the four-day event, running from January 14 to 17, as a platform to bolster party unity and chart a confident path forward.”
Make use of this #PAU2025 as a forum to strengthen our unity and organize the party’s next steps with greater assurance and structure,” Ahmad Zahid stated in his message. He highlighted the challenging political landscape, noting that “UMNO’s strength lies in our togetherness and clarity of direction.”
The assembly, themed around fostering cohesion and service, comes at a pivotal time for UMNO, a key component of Malaysia’s ruling coalition. Ahmad Zahid expressed hopes that the discussions and resolutions emerging from the gathering would benefit not only the party but also the broader Malaysian populace and nation. “I pray that all debates and decisions from this conference will bring goodness to the party, and in turn, provide benefits to the people and the country. Insha-Allah,” he added.
The event marks the continuation of UMNO’s tradition of annual grand assemblies, where party members deliberate on policies, leadership, and strategies. Hashtags such as #PAU2025, #UMNO, #BersatuBersetiaBerkhidmat (United, Loyal, Serving), and #3TahunMenggalasAmanahKenegaraan (3 Years Carrying National Trust) accompanied the president’s announcement, underscoring themes of loyalty and national responsibility.
Delegates are expected to engage in sessions covering political, economic, and social issues, with the assembly serving as a critical juncture for UMNO to reinforce its role in Malaysia’s multi-ethnic political arena.
As the assembly unfolds, observers will be watching for key outcomes that could influence the party’s direction ahead of future elections. For more updates, follow developments on social media under #PAU2025.
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