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New Straits Times
a day ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
No 3R offences reported at opposition rally, says home minister
KULIM: The Home Ministry has yet to receive any reports of 3R (religion, race, and royalty) violations, or under any other laws, following the peaceful assembly organised by the opposition in the capital yesterday. Its minister, Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, said the rally proceeded smoothly and was well managed by police. It's a testament to the Madani government's commitment to upholding the freedom of assembly, he added. "As of this morning, I have not received any feedback from police regarding any reports or complaints about breaches of existing laws, including 3R-related issues. "But clearly, this is the clearest proof—a shining example—that the Madani government is truly upholding the freedom of assembly as guaranteed by the Constitution. "The police, in turn, maintained order with full responsibility and professionalism," he told reporters after the People's Volunteer Corps Department (Rela) anniversary celebration at Dataran Kulim in Kedah today. Saifuddin also criticised the organisers for failing to clearly remind participants not to bring underage children to the rally, as this is prohibited under the Peaceful Assembly Act 2012. "This Act outlines three main responsibilities. The police act as facilitators, organisers must not provoke issues related to race, religion, or the monarchy, and participants are not allowed to carry dangerous weapons or bring underage children. "Yesterday, some participants were unaware or not informed. The organisers merely called on people to gather in large numbers without saying that bringing children was prohibited. That is a legal offence," he said. Commenting further, Saifuddin challenged the opposition to not just stage weekly rallies but instead present better policies to rival those implemented by the government. He said that when it comes to the cost of living, the Madani government had already introduced clear measures, including increasing cash aid and lowering fuel prices by six sen and it is now time for the opposition to present their alternatives. "If you disagree with the government's policies, present your own welfare policies. If you think six sen is insufficient, state how much you would reduce it by, what mechanism you would use. Let the people compare. "We present policies and programmes, while they respond with insults and emotional politics. This deprives the people of a fair chance to assess. We reject this kind of dirty politics," he said. He said the upcoming 13th Malaysia Plan debate in Parliament next week would be the best platform for the opposition to demonstrate their ability as an alternative bloc. "The people want to see ideas and policy offerings, not just street shouting. The opportunity is wide open. Present your policies in Parliament and let the people judge," he said.
The Star
06-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Collaboration needed to address 3R issues
PUTRAJAYA: Integrated action and inter-agency collaboration must be effectively mobilised to address 3R (religion, race and royalty) issues, says Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof ( pic ). This was among matters agreed upon at the National Unity Advisory Council meeting yesterday, chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister. The council also reviewed findings of a study carried out by the police on unity issues from the aspect of security. The study revealed 44 3R-related cases that were reported between January and April this year. Fadillah, who is also council chairman, emphasised the importance of firm and effective action against provocation and racial sentiment on social media. He called on enforcement agencies such as the police and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to act swiftly, urging all government agencies to work together comprehensively to safeguard the country's harmony and unity. Meanwhile, National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang said his ministry would organise a conference next month to provide a platform to discuss approaches, strategies and policies aimed at strengthening a united and progressive Malaysia. The meeting also saw the National Service Training Department presenting the re-implementation of the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) involving citizens aged between 17 and 35. The government had earlier decided that the basic PLKN 3.0 training at public universities, polytechnics and teacher education institutes would commence with the intake of students for the 2026/2027 academic session. PLKN 3.0 began on Jan 12 with 142 volunteer trainees aged 18 to 25, including 44 women. For the second and third series, over 1,000 participants nationwide are expected to take part from May 11 to June 24 and Sept 7 to Oct 21, respectively. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Khaled Nordin told the Dewan Rakyat in February that the government would spend a total of RM2,000 on each trainee under PLKN 3.0 and this amount was lower than what was spent for PLKN 1.0 and 2.0.
The Star
06-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Effective inter-govt agency action crucial to address 3R issues
PUTRAJAYA: The National Unity Advisory Council Meeting No. 1/2025 has agreed that integrated action and inter-agency collaboration must be effectively mobilised to address 3R (religion, race, and royalty) issues efficiently. In tackling challenges related to 3R sentiments, the Alert, Sensitive, Engagement and Control approach will serve as the main strategy in managing sensitive issues in Malaysia. The council also discussed a study on unity issues from the security aspect, presented by the police, which revealed 44 3R-related cases reported between January and April 2025. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who is also council chairman, in a statement after the meeting on Tuesday (May 6), emphasised the importance of taking firm and effective action against provocation and racial sentiment on social media. He also called on enforcement agencies such as the police, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and others to act swiftly, while urging all government agencies to work together comprehensively to safeguard the country's harmony and unity. Meanwhile, National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang, in the same statement, said his ministry would organise the Madani Nation-Building Conference in June. He said that the conference would provide a national platform for discussing approaches, strategies, and policies aimed at strengthening a united and progressive Malaysia based on Madani values. During the same meeting, the National Service Training Department presented on the re-implementation of the National Service Training Programme, which would involve citizens aged 17 to 35 years under a new concept based on the National Service Training Act, Security White Paper, National Unity Policy, and National Community Policy. The government had earlier decided that the basic National Service 3.0 training at public universities, polytechnics, and teacher education institutes would commence with the intake of students for the 2026/2027 academic session. – Bernama
The Sun
06-05-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Effective inter-agency action crucial to address 3R issues
PUTRAJAYA: The National Unity Advisory Council (MPPN) Meeting No. 1/2025 today agreed that integrated action and inter-agency collaboration must be effectively mobilised to address 3R (religion, race, and royalty) issues efficiently. In tackling challenges related to 3R sentiments, the Alert, Sensitive, Engagement and Control approach will serve as the main strategy in managing sensitive issues in Malaysia. The MPPN also discussed a study on unity issues from the security aspect, presented by the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), which revealed 44 3R-related cases reported between January and April 2025. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who is also the MPPN chairman, in a statement after the meeting, emphasised the importance of taking firm and effective action against provocation and racial sentiment on social media. He also called on enforcement agencies such as the PDRM, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and others to act swiftly, while urging all government agencies to work together comprehensively to safeguard the country's harmony and unity. Meanwhile, National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang, in the same statement, said his ministry would organise the Persidangan Pembinaan Negara Bangsa MADANI (MADANI Nation-Building Conference) in June. He said that the conference would provide a national platform for discussing approaches, strategies, and policies aimed at strengthening a united and progressive Malaysia based on MADANI values. During the same meeting, the National Service Training Department presented on the re-implementation of the National Service Training Programme (PLKN), which would involve citizens aged 17 to 35 years under a new concept based on the National Service Training Act, Security White Paper, National Unity Policy, and National Community Policy. The government had earlier decided that the basic PLKN 3.0 training at public universities, polytechnics, and teacher education institutes would commence with the intake of students for the 2026/2027 academic session.
