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Nurul Izzah takes leave from PKR deputy president post - why and what next for Anwar’s daughter?

A source close to Nurul Izzah tells CNA that she had disagreed with the party’s direction and faced pressure from within Parti Keadilan Rakyat to step down.

CNA Latest News By Amir Yusof Captured Aug 7, 2026, 9:25 AM
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JOHOR BAHRU: Nurul Izzah Anwar, the eldest daughter of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, will take leave from her role as Parti Keadilan Rakyat’s (PKR) deputy president to pursue further studies.

She had offered to step down from the party’s Number 2 role but its central leadership council granted her a leave of absence.

PKR vice-president Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, who is Malaysia’s home affairs minister, will serve as acting deputy president.

"This decision was made after careful consideration, as (I) embark on a new chapter by pursuing further studies grounded in service and contribution, without necessarily being tied to the world of politics,” said Nurul Izzah, 45, in a statement on Thursday (Aug 6) night.

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