"However, the extension of this time is necessary as, apart from the initial damage to viaduct 163, several other damages have been detected in nearby viaduct structures, namely viaducts 164 and 165, which require comprehensive repairs.

“Despite competing with each other, I emphasise that now is the best time, and there is a need for countries and companies in Southeast Asia to work together to ensure this is the Southeast Asian Century.

“We are focusing on the networks we have at the state, federal and unity government (component party) levels to connect with the voters,” he told reporters after the ‘Ziarah Kasih Bersama Pemimpin Berpengaruh’ programme in Sungai Duri here today.

Amirudin handed over laptop contributions via a free loan scheme, as well as lucky draw prizes including Selangor FC jerseys, gaming keyboards, headphones, gaming chairs, Samsung A55 smartphones, and iPads.

Amirudin yang juga Pengerusi HARAPAN Selangor berkata demikian ketika berucap pada sesi minum petang bersama komuniti India di Ladang Sepah, Jawi di sini sempena kempen Pilihan Raya Kecil (PRK) DUN Sungai Bakap, hari ini.