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PETALING JAYA: All Malaysians should accept the diversity of cultures and religions in the country, says Umno Vice President Mohamad Hasan.
He said this in a statement in conjunction with tomorrow’s 63rd National Day celebration, where he spoke of what it would take to strengthen ties between Malaysians and enhance national unity.
“We can do this by accepting and respecting the diversity of cultures and religions in the country.
“Let us accept that Malaysia is a multicultural country and that diversity is what makes the country so special,” he said, adding that there is no culture superior to other cultures.
Mohamad, popularly known as Tok Mat, said that any ideology that prevents Malaysians from celebrating our differences and diversity must also be rejected.
“Any ideology that is extreme, narrow, and in conflict with national interests and unity must be completely avoided,” he said.
He also asked Malaysians to practice restraint, tolerance and compromise.
“There will be no peace without being tolerant. There will be no national unity without a moderate approach, ”Mohamad said, adding that ties can never be strengthened through coercion and law enforcement.
“Such maturity and civic awareness will also help us learn to share and help the less fortunate and protect the marginalized.”
Urging Malaysians to handle conflict by working together, Tok Mat said it may not be an easy task, but it is the only way forward for Malaysia.
