KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 — Skudai assemblyman Marina Ibrahim today announced her retirement from politics, saying she will not defend her seat at the next Johor state election or seek any other elected position.
The 52-year-old said the decision was made after discussions with those closest to her and marks the end of her political journey after serving one term as the representative for Skudai.
“I have made the decision not to contest and to withdraw from the political arena,” Marina said in a statement on Facebook.
She added that she intends to return to community work, which she described as a long-standing passion even before entering politics.
Marina was elected as the Skudai assemblyman in the March 2022 Johor state election.
She said she entered politics with a simple goal of serving the people and had done her best throughout her four years in office.
Reflecting on her time in office, she thanked voters, supporters and members of her team who stood by her through both successes and challenges.
“The end of one chapter does not mean the end of service,” she said.
Marina said she remains committed to serving the public and helping the community outside of politics.
“I will continue to contribute to society in whatever capacity I am able.”
She added that she would continue carrying out her duties on the ground until a new representative is elected.
Marina also expressed hope that Skudai would continue to prosper and that its residents would enjoy continued wellbeing.
