No race will sidelined in PKR, Youth chief assures amid growing complaints
PUTRAJAYA - In the wake of questions and concerns surrounding its multiracial inclusivity, PKR Youth chief Adam Adli has moved to reassure party members that the party remains a political home for all Malaysians.
Speaking at the wing’s congress at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC) today, Adam underscored the core principles of "PKR is for all" and "reformasi" as integral to the nation's direction and reforms.
Referring to the concept of "La Convivencia" from PKR President Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's early writings in the Asian Renaissance, Adam outlined the vision of a harmonious state where people of diverse backgrounds coexist.
He stressed that building such a nation requires unity across ethnicities, nationalities, and religions.
"Malaysia Madani, a brainchild of PKR President Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, encapsulates our commitment to inclusivity," Adam claimed.
He also highlights the importance of mutual respect within the party, consisting of all races.
"Malays, Chinese, Indians, and Bumiputeras from Sabah and Sarawak with diverse views and political ideologies all have a place in the party," he said.
Addressing concerns raised by non-Malay party leaders and members, Adam acknowledged the need for action within the party.
"This is not a time to attain victory, but a time to give meaning to our victory," he reasoned, referring to the party's position as a member of the unity government.
Therefore, Adam urged the delegates to move beyond mere opposition, emphasizing that it is a time for meaningful action.
It was previously reported that non-Malay party leaders and members have been complaining among themselves about being increasingly sidelined since Anwar’s rise to power, despite strongly backing both him and the party over many years.
They point to his administration’s supposedly conservative stance on certain issues, including empowering the Islamic Development Department (Jakim), ruling out the recognition of secularism and gay rights, and defending race-based affirmative action policies.
