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The Sun
10 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
PM Anwar stresses positive reforms for Malaysia's future stability
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today underscored the importance of positive reforms in safeguarding Malaysia's social stability, economic resilience, and governance. Speaking at the ASEAN Symposium 2025, he urged leaders and institutions to embrace meaningful change to counter ethical decline and uphold justice. Anwar highlighted the erosion of idealism over generations, stressing that power must be exercised responsibly. 'Those in power, we want to emerge well. Those elites, for whatever reasons, either support one side or are obsessed with a particular value or interest, disregarding the totality and the complexity of the economy,' he said. The symposium, themed 'Anchoring ASEAN's Future in Shared Wisdom,' brought together policymakers, academics, and youth representatives to discuss inclusive and sustainable development. Minister Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar and IKIM deputy chairman Prof Emeritus Datuk Dr Mohd Yusof Othman were also present. Anwar emphasised that reforms must start with moral clarity and political will, particularly in combating corruption and strengthening institutions. He noted Malaysia's diversity, with Islam as the official religion and Muslims forming 60% of the population, but stressed that mutual respect among all communities is vital. While economic growth and investment attraction remain priorities, Anwar clarified that they are not the sole focus. 'Economic empowerment is for a cause. That is why we talk about cultural empowerment,' he added.
Barnama
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Barnama
PM Anwar: Only Positive Reforms Can Safeguard Nation's Future
KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today reiterated that only positive reforms can ensure the nation's social stability, economic resilience and good governance. Delivering the keynote address at the ASEAN Symposium 2025 here today, Anwar said the leaders and institutions need to commit to meaningful change to reverse societal decline and instil values rooted in justice and integrity. 'For the growth, we use it for the benefit of our society and mankind. We are grounded with idealism, therefore strong values and ethics. But one, two, three generations passed, and then we find this degradation of ethical values and principles.
