KUALA LUMPUR: Umno deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan (pic) has acknowledged the party’s past missteps but pledged that it will remain steadfast in its struggle.
He said despite its highs and lows, Umno continues to be relevant and is determined to help build a more prosperous Malaysia.
“Today, Umno still stands - not perfect, but steadfast in its struggle. We admit the weaknesses and errors that have occurred.
“But like a shady tree that continues to provide shelter, Umno remains relevant in shaping Malaysia’s future,” he said in a statement marking Umno’s 79th anniversary on Sunday (May 11).
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Calling on party members to renew their resolve, Mohamad urged for unity and reflection to ensure that Umno’s struggle continues to be meaningful for future generations.
“As Umno’s deputy president, I urge all members to strengthen our unity and use our history as a guide - not just for us, but for the generations to come,” he added.
Tracing Umno’s roots back to 1946, Mohamad reflected on its founding as a nationalist movement united against the Malayan Union, emphasising that its birth was not about power but dignity and the rights of the Malay people.
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“Umno was born out of nationalistic spirit and deep love for the homeland. From Datuk Onn Jaafar’s voice to Tunku Abdul Rahman’s call for Merdeka, Umno was the heartbeat of independence, the architect of the Constitution and the driving force behind modern Malaysia,” he added.
He said Umno’s leadership in securing independence and spearheading national development cannot be understated, having steered the nation through the volatile post-colonial era into the modern age.
For nearly eight decades, Mohamad said, Umno has remained the cornerstone of national stability and Malay political identity.
He also expressed gratitude to party members for their unwavering loyalty, sacrifices and trust, which he said have been key to Umno’s endurance.
“Let us continue to strengthen unity and fight for a brighter future for Malaysia. Happy 79th Anniversary, Umno. United, Loyal, Serving - for religion, race and country,” Mohamad said.
