PASIR GUDANG, March 9 -- Johor PKR backbencher Hassan Abdul Karim has announced that he will not be defending his Pasir Gudang parliamentary seat in the upcoming 16th general election (GE16).

The Star cited the 74-year-old outspoken lawyer saying his decision was based on his age and the need to provide opportunities for younger leaders.

"Why did I make this decision? The answer is simple, because I am old, and I want to give the opportunity for other younger leaders to take over," he reportedly said before officiating the Pasir Gudang PKR branch annual general meeting here.

Hassan reflected on PKR's early struggles in Pasir Gudang, noting the challenges and sacrifices faced by its members and leaders.

"Pasir Gudang constituency was c...