PN aims to lead Malay-Islam unity and inter-ethnic harmony for Malaysia's stability
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At a glance
- Perikatan Nasional (PN) aims to lead a narrative of Malay-Islam unity and inter-ethnic harmony as a prerequisite for national stability in Malaysia.
- PN Chairman Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar stated this vision will ensure the well-being of all citizens regardless of race.
- The party hopes to foster a unifying movement that promotes harmony and dispels prejudice, starting from Terengganu.
Perikatan Nasional (PN) is committed to spearheading a narrative focused on the unity of the Malay-Islam community and fostering inter-ethnic harmony, viewing these as essential for Malaysia's national stability. The coalition believes this approach is fundamental to ensuring the prosperity and well-being of all Malaysians, irrespective of their background.
Let us manage this diversity with wisdom. We celebrate the uniqueness of this multi-ethnic society not as a liability, but as an asset of strength.
Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar, PN's Chairman and Leader of the Opposition, articulated this vision through a Facebook post. He emphasized the importance of managing the nation's diversity with wisdom, celebrating the unique aspects of its multi-ethnic society not as a burden, but as a source of strength. "Let us manage this diversity with wisdom. We celebrate the uniqueness of this multi-ethnic society not as a liability, but as an asset of strength," he stated.
Mokhtar expressed hope for the formation of a people's unification movement. This initiative aims to restore national harmony and eradicate prejudiced sentiments among different communities. He envisions this movement originating from Terengganu, acting as a catalyst to unite hearts, extinguish the flames of prejudice, and rebuild a nation that is harmonious, peaceful, and respected globally.
We are determined to lead the narrative of Malay-Islam unity and inter-ethnic unity in Malaysia as a prerequisite for national stability, which will guarantee the well-being of every citizen regardless of skin color in our beloved Malaysia.
The PN chairman's message underscores a desire to move beyond divisive politics and cultivate a shared sense of national identity. By prioritizing unity and mutual respect, PN seeks to lay the groundwork for a stable and prosperous Malaysia where all citizens can thrive.
Let it be from this land of Terengganu that a movement begins which unites hearts, extinguishes the fire of prejudice, and rebuilds a nation-state that is harmonious, peaceful, and respected in the eyes of the world.
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.