Malaysia must reject race-based politics, uphold diversity: PM Anwar
Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Malaysia must uphold its pluralistic society principles and reject race-based politics that threaten national harmony, says Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
- He stressed that Malaysia's foundation of ethnic, religious, and cultural diversity is undeniable and should not be questioned.
- The Prime Minister urged adherence to the Federal Constitution and warned against divisive political tactics.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on Malaysia to remain steadfast in its commitment to a pluralistic society, as enshrined in the Federal Constitution. He emphasized the need to reject any form of race-based politics that could undermine the nation's harmony.
Anwar stated that while the political landscape in Malaysia often features differing views and competition among parties, the fundamental reality of the nation being built on ethnic, religious, and cultural diversity cannot be disputed. He urged all parties to recognize and respect this diversity.
The Prime Minister's remarks highlight the ongoing importance of inter-ethnic relations in Malaysia's political discourse. The call to reject hate politics based on race underscores the government's commitment to maintaining national unity and stability amidst political differences.
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.