Focus

Don't ruin harmony and peace with fake news, provocations - PM

08 Oct 2022 08:42pm
Ismail Sabri also urged members of Keluarga Malaysia to stay strong together as a family in facing the challenges of globalisation. - Bernama Photo
Ismail Sabri also urged members of Keluarga Malaysia to stay strong together as a family in facing the challenges of globalisation. - Bernama Photo
JEMPOL - Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has warned certain quarters against ruining social harmony and peace in the country by spreading fake news and extreme provocations, especially on social media.

He said the Keluarga Malaysia (Malaysian Family) concept reflected the country’s strength bound by the value of perfect education and was inclusive, adding that the idea was not just a slogan or mere rhetoric.

He also urged members of Keluarga Malaysia to stay strong together as a family in facing the challenges of globalisation.

"Just look at Negeri Sembilan, the (Keluarga Malaysia) approach is synonymous with the people of this state, known for its cultural heritage and multi-clan society who live together harmoniously by helping each other," he said when speaking at the opening ceremony of the state-level Keluarga Malaysia Aspirations Tour (AKM Tour) at Dataran Seri Jempol, Bandar Seri Jempol here today.

Also present were Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin and Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Mohd Zuki Ali.

Ismail Sabri said Malaysians should celebrate inclusion, togetherness and gratitude in upholding the spirit of Keluarga Malaysia despite having different beliefs and coming from different backgrounds and cultures, adding that ‘tasamuh’ (tolerance) is key in uniting the people.

"The prosperity of the country can be maintained through tasamuh by appreciating, respecting and accepting the differences that occur in a pluralistic society, as advocated by Prophet Muhammad SAW when developing the holy city of Medina.

"This attitude (tasamuh) is demanded in Islam, it not only allows the people to continue to grow to the point that they are respected but also to avoid any pointless arguments," he said.

The Negeri Sembilan AKM Tour led by the Health Ministry kicked off yesterday and is the tenth edition of the programme. - BERNAMA
Related Articles:


Ismail Sabri Yaakob
AKM Tour
tolerance
Dataran Jempol
provocations
social media
More Like This
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim - Photo by Bernama
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim - Photo by Bernama
National Government does not allow electricity tariff hikes that impact public - Anwar
LANGKAWI - The government does not allow any increase in electricity tariffs that would impact the public and has instructed Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) to provide clarification on the matter. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he had contacted Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah...
The Sessions Court today set Feb 4 as the date for the mention of the case involving a cadet officer from the Military Training Academy of UPNM, who is accused of injuring his junior with a hot steam iron.
The Sessions Court today set Feb 4 as the date for the mention of the case involving a cadet officer from the Military Training Academy of UPNM, who is accused of injuring his junior with a hot steam iron.
National UPNM bullying case: Court sets Feb 4 for mention
Judge Egusra Ali set the new date after deputy public prosecutor Nadia Eleena Jamaluddin requested more time for the submission of additional case documents to the defence.
TNB shares surged in early trade on Friday after announcing a new tariff schedule for Peninsular Malaysia under Regulatory Period 4.
TNB shares surged in early trade on Friday after announcing a new tariff schedule for Peninsular Malaysia under Regulatory Period 4.
National TNB share rises in early trade on new tariff announcement
The stock opened 24 sen higher at RM14.42, up from Thursday’s close of RM14.18. By 10.35am, it climbed 62 sen, or 4.37 per cent, to RM14.80, with a total of 7.51 million shares changing hands.
The transportation industry faces a shortage of 5,000 bus drivers, causing some companies, particularly those operating express and tour buses, to fail in providing two drivers for long-distance journeys. (Inset: Ashfar)
The transportation industry faces a shortage of 5,000 bus drivers, causing some companies, particularly those operating express and tour buses, to fail in providing two drivers for long-distance journeys. (Inset: Ashfar)
National Bus driver shortage at critical level, industry appeals for solutions
By NURHIDAYAH HAIROM
27 Dec 2024 11:35am
Many potential workers interested in becoming bus or lorry drivers could not afford the high costs of obtaining a Class E driver’s licence and a Public Service Vehicle vocational licence for buses or a Goods Driving Licence for lorries.