Kuala lumpur: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended his condolences to the family of activist Shariffuddin Budin, better known as Pak Hunter, who died yesterday. He described Shariffuddin as a long-time comrade in the struggle and a people’s activist who had made many sacrifices in the movement, including being detained under the Internal Security Act in 1998 when the Reformasi wave started.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Anwar emphasized Shariffuddin’s steadfastness and loyalty to the struggle and the ideals of defending the people, noting that these qualities never waned despite being tested by tyranny and depravity. The PKR president shared these sentiments in a Facebook post, expressing that the PKR family and the Reformasi movement mourn his passing and pray that his deeds, sacrifices, and struggle will be counted as righteous acts before Allah. Anwar also wished strength for Shariffuddin’s family and prayed that his soul be placed among the righteous.

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil also extended his condolences to Shariffuddin’s family, praying that his soul be blessed with divine mercy and placed among the faithful. Fahmi remarked that a dear friend has left forever, describing Shariffuddin as a sincere fighter and a tireless reformist who always remained loyal to the Reformasi spirit.

Fahmi further noted Shariffuddin’s role and contributions, stating that they will be etched in the history of the struggle to uphold justice and truth.