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Malaysia built for all communities, says veteran Umno leader
A senior Umno figure in Sabah has stressed that the nation was not constructed for a single ethnic group, emphasizing the need for all communities to feel represented in shaping the country's future.
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Salleh Said Keruak, a veteran of the ruling party in Sabah, has underscored the inclusive nature of Malaysia's founding principles, asserting that every segment of society must feel they have a stake in the nation's direction.
The senior politician emphasized that all communities should feel they possess a genuine place within the Malaysian framework, with meaningful access to decision-making processes that determine the country's trajectory.
Keruak's remarks reflect ongoing discussions within Malaysia's political establishment about national cohesion and the representation of diverse groups in governance. His comments come as the country continues to navigate questions of identity and belonging across its multi-ethnic and multi-religious population.
The Sabah Umno figure stressed that ensuring every community's voice is heard and their interests considered remains fundamental to maintaining the stability and harmony that Malaysia's pluralistic society demands.