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Nearly half of Malaysians say landlords can choose tenants by race: Survey
Nearly half of Malaysians say landlords can choose tenants by race: Survey

Daily Express

time17-07-2025

  • Politics
  • Daily Express

Nearly half of Malaysians say landlords can choose tenants by race: Survey

Published on: Thursday, July 17, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jul 17, 2025 Text Size: For illustrative purposes only. - AI-generated image KUALA LUMPUR: Nearly half of Malaysians believe landlords should have the right to choose tenants based on race, according to a recent survey by YouGov involving 1,104 respondents, Says reported. The findings were shared by Architects of Diversity (AOD) Malaysia, who said such racial discrimination in the rental market remains a familiar experience for many. Advertisement While 50.3 per cent of respondents supported the creation of a government tribunal to resolve rental disputes, only 31.6 per cent felt it should be illegal to select tenants based on race. Younger Malaysians were more open to inclusive policies, with 39 per cent of those aged 18 to 24 supporting a ban on race-based selection, compared to 59.6 per cent opposition among those aged 45 to 54. By ethnicity, Indian Malaysians expressed the strongest opposition to race-based tenancy at 63.8 per cent, while only 25.7 per cent of Malays and 28.8 per cent of Chinese respondents agreed. A separate report released by AOD Malaysia and Social Democracy Malaysia recommended clear legal protections against racial discrimination in tenancy practices, including fines of up to RM5,000. At the report launch, AOD executive director Jason Wee urged the government to pass the long-awaited Residential Tenancy Act, stressing that young and minority renters are among the most affected. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia

All Indian lawmakers must fight for community's needs
All Indian lawmakers must fight for community's needs

Malaysiakini

time09-07-2025

  • Politics
  • Malaysiakini

All Indian lawmakers must fight for community's needs

MP SPEAKS | As the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) moves towards tabling in Parliament, we must recognise that this moment is crucial for the Indian community. Under the Madani government, there have been sincere efforts to address historical and structural challenges faced by Indian Malaysians. Through the Malaysian Indian Transformation Unit (Mitra), educational support, temple land assistance, skills training, and targeted community programmes, the government has shown its intention to include the Indian agenda in national development. These efforts are commendable. They show progress. But we must be honest. Progress without structure, without consistency, and without accountability will not deliver real transformation. The Indian community needs more than temporary programmes and token allocations. It needs a permanent place within the national policy framework. As the Klang MP, I have consistently raised these concerns at every available platform, including inside Parliament, in government discussions, and at the grassroots. I have highlighted the underrepresentation of Indians in higher education, the lack of upward mobility among Indian youth, the need for proper land solutions for temples and crematoriums, and the limited access to funding and training for small Indian businesses. But I say this with clarity and conviction. I cannot and should not be the only voice. I call upon all Indian parliamentarians from all political affiliations to stand up in Parliament and review the 13MP thoroughly when it is tabled. If the Indian community is underrepresented or its needs are vaguely mentioned, we must not keep quiet. We must speak with strength, clarity, and unity. This is not about attacking the government. It is about defending the people we represent. Emulate Saravanan I want to specifically acknowledge the strong and consistent voice of Tapah MP M Saravanan. Although he does not hold a cabinet position, he continues to be one of the most vocal defenders of Indian community interests. M Saravanan (left) meeting the people during an event when he was human resources minister circa 2022 His commitment shows that you do not need a ministerial title to fight for your people. You need will and courage. Every Indian MP must match that level of commitment. The time to wait and see is over. Our community is watching us. They are waiting for leadership, not excuses. I also urge Indian senators, appointed representatives, and leaders in government-linked agencies to study the 13MP carefully and to speak up if anything is missing. We cannot continue to be comfortable in our positions while our community remains at the margins of development. What to include in 13MP The Indian community deserves strong and lasting solutions, including: Fair and equitable access to education and skills training Legal and permanent land solutions for temples and burial grounds Structured participation in the digital economy and TVET pipelines ⁠Tailored microcredit and entrepreneurship support for Indian businesses Targeted youth and women empowerment programmes Representation of Indian professionals in national decision-making bodies Transparent monitoring and enforcement mechanisms to ensure delivery If these are not fully reflected in the 13MP, we must demand they be added through follow-up mechanisms, amendments, and budget frameworks. Parliamentary debate is not a formality. It is our chance to shape the national direction. We acknowledge the government's commitment. But commitment must now be matched with results. And those results must be fought for, not just by one or two MPs, but by every Indian elected representative in Parliament. Let the 13MP be remembered as the moment when Indian MPs stood united for the future of our community. Because silence is no longer an option. Our people have waited long enough. V GANABATIRAU is the Klang MP. The views expressed here are those of the author/contributor and do not necessarily represent the views of Malaysiakini.

The Indian quandary
The Indian quandary

The Star

time05-07-2025

  • Politics
  • The Star

The Indian quandary

Hoping for better: S. Sobashini Priya and husband M. Hesharhishi Rao after casting their vote in Penang during the 15th General Election. Indian Malaysians make up about 6.6% of the population, translating to roughly 2.2 million people, with about 1.5 million eligible voters. — CHAN BOON KAI/The Star. A WEEK is a long time in politics, the late British prime minister Harold Wilson is reputed to have said. He was right. In politics, much change can occur in a short space of time. Billed as RM9.73 for the 1st month then RM13.90 thereafters. RM12.33/month RM8.63/month Billed as RM103.60 for the 1st year then RM148 thereafters. Free Trial For new subscribers only Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates! Wong Chun Wai began his career as a journalist in Penang, and has served The Star for over 35 years in various capacities and roles. He is now group editorial and corporate affairs adviser to the group, after having served as group managing director/chief executive officer. On The Beat made its debut on Feb 23 1997 and Chun Wai has penned the column weekly without a break, except for the occasional press holiday when the paper was not published. In May 2011, a compilation of selected articles of On The Beat was published as a book and launched in conjunction with his 50th birthday. Chun Wai also comments on current issues in The Star.

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