Protests in KL are welcomed as it's good for local economy, say Nga
The Housing and Local Government Minister said such demonstrations are a boost to the local economy and it also shows that the Madani government allowed freedom of speech and rights to assemble.
"Compared to the previous administrations, we respect freedom of speech and peaceful rallies.
"If (anyone) wants to demonstrate, come again, as it will boost the local economy in the capital," he said in a press conference after opening the Canning Madani Recreational Park here on Sunday (July 27).
"It shows that we respect the constituency and democratic system of the country.
"We don't welcome criticisms with violence but with kindness," he added.
Nga was commenting on the "Turun Anwar" rally held by Perikatan Nasional at Dataran Merdeka on Saturday (July 26).
Nga, was however, critical of the rally's organiser for not keeping the area clean.
"It is regrettable that about 20 metric tonnes of rubbish were left in the area.
"The Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing Corporation had to clean up the place until 3am," he said, adding that the location was a tourist destination.
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