Books are a source of true knowledge, not social media, says Anwar


Anwar delivering his speech at the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2025 on June 1. – Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is urging Malaysians to read more, lamenting a less-than-ideal reading culture in the country.

"Reading has not yet become a culture in our country, and that to me is disheartening. When we speak of a Madani nation, it is one that is rooted in conviction and love for knowledge," he said.

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