Kuala lumpur: UMNO is confident that the people of Kedah are ready for a change in state leadership, in pursuit of a more stable future, as they increasingly recognise the need for leaders who can safeguard their welfare and guide the state's direction. UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said after the challenges faced in recent years, it is time for the people of Kedah to once again choose leaders who are capable of doing so. According to BERNAMA News Agency, Ahmad Zahid expressed his hopes for change during the launch of the 2025 KEDA Rural Youth and Programme Implementation Planning Committee (4P) Convention. He remarked on the difficulties of enacting change swiftly but maintained that it is achievable, expressing optimism that Kedah will eventually have leadership that prioritizes the welfare of its citizens. Ahmad Zahid, who serves as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Rural and Regional Development, emphasized the importance of the people of Kedah taking an active role in ensuring a s ustainable future by making informed decisions. He highlighted that the responsibility of shaping the state's future lies with its residents, urging them to strive for meaningful and consistent change.