A necessary initiative for unity
As an organisation committed to fostering social cohesion and addressing discrimination across racial and religious lines, AOD sees Rakan (from its Malay acronym, Rangkaian Aduan Komuniti Awam Nasional) as a timely and necessary initiative. It represents a strategic integration of technology, civic responsibility, and public policy to strengthen national harmony.
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