He said the party cannot rely solely on its track record that spans over six decades to win support, especially from young voters who now make up nearly 40% of the electorate, Harian Metro reported.

“I want to remind Umno members that while it’s true we’ve achieved a lot and have a strong legacy, past success alone isn’t enough for today’s younger generation.

“They evaluate leaders based on their commitment to current and future issues, including environmental concerns and leadership integrity,” he was quoted as saying after officiating the Parit Sulong Umno annual general meeting today.

Johari, who is also the plantation and commodities minister, said young voters want to see leaders speak up not just for local issues but on global challenges too.

“They place strong emphasis on integrity and credibility, and they want to see how committed a leader is to serving the people. They will judge us based on that,” he said.

He urged Umno Youth and Puteri Umno to act as a bridge between generations, helping the party reconnect with youth and shape policies that reflect their priorities.

“Young voices must be heard and given space to contribute valuable input to the party’s leadership.

“This input will eventually create awareness and inspiration among leaders, including myself. Umno must ask, what’s our strategy for the future, and how do we structure it?” he said.