KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 -- PKR vice-president Nurul Izzah Anwar has vowed to make "the best decision" regarding contesting in the party's upcoming central leadership elections, amid growing calls for her to vie for the deputy presidency.

The 44-year-old former Permatang Pauh MP said she appreciated the views of grassroots members and party leaders urging her to take up the challenge of contesting the second-highest post in the party.

"PKR is currently in a crucial phase. Therefore, all decisions must consider not only the need to unite and strengthen bonds among comrades but also the need to revitalise the party to ensure it remains relevant and trusted by Malaysians.

"I will make the best decision possible to balance consensus, friendship...