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Religious, cultural values key to national harmony, says S'wak minister
Lee (centre) and all attendees of the conference posed for a group photo.
MIRI (June 29): Sarawak Transport Minister, Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin, has called for the continued promotion of ethnic harmony and social unity through the strength of religious faith and cultural values.
He made this call during the 13th Malaysia Tow Boo Kong Nine Emperor Gods National Representatives Conference, held at the Miri Che Sing Khor Moral Uplifting Society's grand hall yesterday.
'The conference not only shows the organisational strength of Miri Some Shak Lung Kung Temple's Tow Boo Kong committee, but also embodies the close connections and spirit of cooperation among temples nationwide,' said the Senadin assemblyman.
According to him, religion and culture hold unique value in Malaysia's diverse society, and the hosting of such a conference reflects the people's desire for harmonious coexistence.
'A harmonious and stable country must be built on the foundation of unity and mutual trust among its people,' he stressed.
Lee also pointed to Sarawak's long-standing, inclusive approach to religious policy, particularly through the establishment of the Unit for Other Religions (Unifor), tasked with providing institutional support and funding for various religious groups.
He also commended the temple's ongoing efforts in promoting almsgiving and charitable activities and encouraged the committee to continue extending such goodwill to marginalised communities.
