Backbencher chokes back tears during debate on Zara Qairina death


KUALA LUMPUR: A government backbencher from Sabah got emotional when debating the Home Minister’s address on the death of Zara Qairina Mahathir on Monday (aug 18).

“Rest well, dear Zara, in the hands of the Almighty. The world may not be a safe place for you, but heaven will welcome you with open arms,” said Datuk Matbali Musah (GRS-Sipitang), who choked up while winding up his debates in the Dewan Rakyat.

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