Multi-ethnic and moderate democracy


AHEAD of the 15th General Election, the establishment of "coalitions of political parties" is often discussed. The goal of each coalition is to win the elections.

In this context, it would be good if another goal is also discussed – that is, the building of a multi-ethnic and moderate Malaysian democracy.

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Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah

Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah

Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah is the Foreign Minister of Malaysia. Views expressed are the writer’s own.

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