PKR Youth gathers outside US embassy to protest Adams' nomination as envoy pick
Several PKR Youth leaders were seen gathering at a special area near the embassy on Jalan Tun Razak before they walked over to hand over an official memorandum as a protest towards Adams' nomination, reported Sinar Harian.
Police presence was also seen at the embassy to ensure safety and a peaceful gathering.
Previously, PKR Youth had opposed Adams' nomination, saying that the American had uttered anti-Islam and anti-immigration remarks.
Recently, US President Donald Trump nominated Adams as the US ambassador to Malaysia.
Adams' nomination has been criticised by both sides of the political divide, with many criticising his far-right views and vocal support of the Israeli regime.
Adam's nomination by Trump will have to be approved by the US Senate before he can assume the role.
Former de facto law minister Datuk Zaid Ibrahim and former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin have said Malaysia has every right under the Vienna Convention to reject Adams' appointment without providing a reason.
A staunch supporter of Israel, Adams had previously compared those who expressed solidarity with the Palestinian plight with those who supported terrorism.
PKR Youth have also said that it intends to submit a formal memorandum of protest to the US embassy, urging the appointment of a more moderate, respected and globally-minded individual, who will embody the spirit of mutual respect and cooperation that has long underpinned US-Malaysia relations.
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