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PETALING JAYA: MCA commends the High Court’s decision to bring a lawsuit challenging the existence of vernacular schools in Malaysia, saying that everyone should move forward in the pursuit of constructive and practical change.
Party Secretary General Datuk Chong Sin Woon (Photo) He said MCA, which was one of the parties to the lawsuit, would continue to advocate for mother-tongue education in Malaysia.
“The MCA welcomes the decision and reaffirms the party’s stance to defend the rights of all races to study in their own mother tongue as stipulated by the Federal Constitution and in view of Malaysia’s diverse multicultural background.
“With the Superior Court’s decision, we hope that the society can move forward as a united community and pursue issues that are more constructive and practical,” he said in a statement on Tuesday (October 27).
On Monday (October 26), the High Court of Kota Baru, Kelantan dismissed a lawsuit brought by the group of Muslim teachers, Ikatan Guru-Guru Muslim Malaysia, questioning the existence of vernacular schools in Malaysia.
Judge Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh made the decision after no lawyer was present to represent the group of teachers.
Ikatan Guru-Guru Muslim Malaysia President Mohd Azizee Hasan filed the lawsuit in February, challenging the constitutionality of sections 17 and 28 of the Education Act.
Chong noted that Malaysia is blessed with a strong multicultural background, but irresponsible parties often lean towards vain narratives.
“Since Merdeka 63 years ago (sic), all Malaysians live under the provisions of the Federal Constitution without restrictions to learn in their respective mother tongue.
“However, this has become a subject of controversy in recent years.
“These senseless demands are a waste of time and money and serve no purpose except to impede social advancement,” he said.
He also noted that the court decision is a reminder and a guarantee for all Malaysians to “appreciate the unique bond we share with all other races so that together we can contribute to the betterment of our beloved nation.”
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