Nazri defends decision on Chin Peng's ashes


Official opening of the 1Malaysia Contemporary Art Festival 2013 themed 'Now Art is For Everyone' by Tourism and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Nazri Aziz at Viva Expo Hall, Kuala Lumpur yesterday

KUALA LUMPUR: The Government’s decision not to allow the remains of Communist Party of Malaya (CPM) leader Chin Peng from being brought back to Malaysia was made in the best interest of the country, says Tourism and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Nazri Aziz.

“The decision to bar his remains from the country was made because he was responsible for the fight against the formation of Malaysia and the death and suffering of many citizens.

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