UMNO members are urged to download "Malaysia 4 All" application to enable them to get accurate information especially regarding issues raised by the opposition.

Its Information chief Tan Sri Annuar Musa said the application, jointly developed with non-governmental organisation (NGO), is aimed at combating defamation and lies hurled by the opposition to confuse the people, especially at the grassroots.

"UMNO must be prepared to do more than the usual campaign talks that we do through microphone as this new approach is necessary because time for information delivery and acceptance has changed and now it can be obtained at your fingertips," he told reporters after attending the Jerlun UMNO veterans general meeting as well as meeting with UMNO division leaders at Dewan Kampung Tanjung, Padang Sera here Saturday.

He said this application can only be accessed by UMNO registered members and will be extended to the public later.

"UMNO members who download the application will receive various government-related information and it is hoped that members get accurate information on issues raised by the opposition," he said.

Meanwhile, Annuar in his speech urged UMNO veterans to play a role to help the party and Barisan Nasional to stay in power.

"I hope that after the explanation given, UMNO veterans will gain their spirit to face the 14th General Election.

"With the experience that they have, the veterans can explain the government's successes over the years even when they are in small groups. It is important," he said. -- Bernama