‘Here’s why we’re optimistic about M’sia’

Come Thursday, we will be celebrating the country’s 66th National Day in a world that’s totally different from that of 1957. Humanity is facing its greatest challenges yet while striving to achieve its full potential. What remains timeless and priceless is the importance of unity, while embracing diversity.

This year’s Merdeka comes at a special time of both high hopes and deep uncertainties. As we recover from the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, we are still faced with multiple existential challenges, including the climate emergency, growing inequality, and the issues caused by health, economic and geopolitical crises.