I've made Umno more democratic, more inclusive. Of course, by doing that, I'm putting myself at risk.

The world is changing quickly and we must be ready to change with it or risk being left behind.

It so happens, in Malaysia, the people who are in a way not doing as well constitute the majority of the people - the Bumiputeras.

Many young Muslims see no opportunities for themselves and do not feel they have control over their lives or a stake in their nation's future. Such pessimism leads to disengagement. We risk losing a generation of young Muslims to apathy and extremism.

This mandate that I seek is about continuity and sustainability against disruption and stagnation, about moving forward versus regressing. We have to safeguard what we have already achieved. We cannot put at risk what we have; we cannot gamble away our future.

Together we will act to bring about national reconciliation, secure Malaysia's economic future, and build a stronger, more harmonious society.