PETALING JAYA: It is important to foster unity and respect among all religious and racial groups to ensure the country’s stability, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
In his special Hari Raya Aidilfitri address yesterday, the Prime Minister also said it is important to uphold the dignity of the people at all times.
“We need to defend relations among races and religious followers and instil love among us.
“Because without respect among one another, this country will not achieve stability and peace,” said Anwar.
“Hopefully, this Eid Mubarak will be celebrated with awareness, raising our dignity as wiser and kinder human beings who perform their duties with integrity.”
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Anwar’s Aidilfitri address was broadcast over social media and local television networks.
Anwar also said he managed to join several Ihya Ramadan programmes at several ministries and states, including districts such as Selising, Tawau and Chukai.
“It is special because I could witness first-hand the voices and grievances of the grassroots and the people, as well as the effectiveness of policies by the federal, state and local governments,” said Anwar.
Special address: Anwar speaking to the nation on the eve of Hari Raya Aidilfitri.
“We will continue stimulating the economy, but I want to stress here that our strength is our success in raising the living standards of the majority of the people.”
Anwar also said Muslims had endured the fasting month, and he hoped that it would teach them lessons on important life values.
“Hopefully, this will emphasise discipline, integrity and also better health.
“Besides that, we should also be more concerned about our neighbours, including the ongoing catastrophe of injustice in Gaza, Palestine,” he said.
Anwar also apologised to all Muslims and Malaysians if his actions were lacking.
“God willing, I will do my best for the welfare of all,” added Anwar.
