SINGAPORE – Transport Minister Anthony Loke has urged Malaysians and private firms to help bridge the country’s growing racial and political divides, warning that polarisation is worsening as the opposition exploits race for political capital.
Speaking to Malaysians in Hong Kong, Loke said while social media amplified hate speech, most citizens still coexisted peacefully. He rejected calls to abolish vernacular schools, arguing such reforms would fuel resentment rather than unity. Instead, companies should promote corporate cultures of respect and celebrate diversity through initiatives such as supporting inclusive films.
Polarisation
Citing Singapore as a model of integration, he noted Malaysia’s “totally different politics” made such sweeping reforms difficult. With Malays and bumiputra forming 70 per cent of the population, governments must balance demographic realities while pushing for unity, he added.
Calling himself a “pragmatic politician,” Loke defended Pakatan Harapan’s cooperation with Umno in the unity government, stressing that political stability was crucial for economic growth. #relationship
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