Pas condemns racial remark, warns of disciplinary action over ATM appointment criticism
Takiyuddin
In a statement on June 24, the MAF said the promotion ceremony was officiated by Chief of Defence Force General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar on June 23 and witnessed by all service chiefs.
SHAH ALAM – Pas has distanced itself from remarks made by a local politician who questioned the appointment of Datuk Johny Lim Eng Seng as Lieutenant General of the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM), warning that disciplinary action may be taken.
The party's Secretary-General Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said the opinion expressed by Sungai Buloh Pas Chief Zaharuddin Muhammad does not reflect the party's position and runs counter to Pas's Constitution and principles.
'Racial attitudes or racism in any form or colour have no place in Pas and they do not align with the national culture and aspirations of this country.
'The appointment of Lim as a Lieutenant General of the ATM is a historic event that should be celebrated by all Malaysians, not questioned or belittled merely because of his ethnic background," Takiyuddin said.
Zaharuddin had earlier drawn criticism after media reports revealed he questioned Lim's appointment solely due to his Chinese ethnicity.
Takiyuddin also stated that the achievements and progress of any Malaysian should be recognised and honoured, regardless of their background.
'The abilities, achievements, progress and success of any Malaysian in any field should be celebrated and not otherwise.
'Therefore, Pas will not hesitate to take disciplinary action against any member who violates party discipline, including displaying insensitive behaviour that undermines national unity and causes disharmony and suspicion within society," he said.
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