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New Straits Times
11-05-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Umno must learn from history, strengthen unity for future
KUALA LUMPUR: Umno deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has called on all party members to renew their resolve, strengthen unity, and draw lessons from the party's history to ensure the continuity of its struggle for future generations. In conjunction with Umno's 79th anniversary, Mohamad expressed his deepest appreciation to all members who have remained loyal and steadfast in their support of the party. "Your loyalty, sacrifices, and trust are the main source of Umno's strength in remaining relevant while facing present and future challenges," he said in a statement today commemorating May 11, the date of the United Malays National Organisation's founding. Umno was founded on May 11, 1946, following the Malay people's uprising against the proposed Malayan Union, which was seen as a new form of colonialism. The formation of the party took place at Istana Besar in Johor Baru, where Malay leaders from across the nation united in defence of their race's dignity and the future of the homeland. Mohamad said that ever since the country achieved independence in 1957, Umno has continued to drive national development in a world marked by change and geopolitical challenges, including the emergence of new superpowers and the global shift into the Nuclear Age. "Umno guided the first steps of the Federation of Malaya, and later, Malaysia. Our nation began to walk, and eventually, to run in pursuit of progress," he said. Acknowledging the party's past shortcomings and missteps, Mohamad stressed that Umno remains relevant in shaping Malaysia's future, like a large, sheltering tree that continues to provide shade. He also urged all Umno members to recommit themselves, reinforce unity, and reflect on the party's legacy to ensure the continuity of its mission for future generations. "Let us continue to strengthen unity and fight for a more glorious future for Malaysia. "Happy 79th Anniversary, Umno. United, Loyal, Serving for religion, race, and country," he added.
The Star
11-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Umno still relevant and steadfast in its struggle, says Tok Mat on party's 79th anniversary
KUALA LUMPUR: Umno deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan ( pic ) has acknowledged the party's past missteps but pledged that it will remain steadfast in its struggle. He said despite its highs and lows, Umno continues to be relevant and is determined to help build a more prosperous Malaysia. 'Today, Umno still stands - not perfect, but steadfast in its struggle. We admit the weaknesses and errors that have occurred. 'But like a shady tree that continues to provide shelter, Umno remains relevant in shaping Malaysia's future,' he said in a statement marking Umno's 79th anniversary on Sunday (May 11). Calling on party members to renew their resolve, Mohamad urged for unity and reflection to ensure that Umno's struggle continues to be meaningful for future generations. 'As Umno's deputy president, I urge all members to strengthen our unity and use our history as a guide - not just for us, but for the generations to come,' he added. Tracing Umno's roots back to 1946, Mohamad reflected on its founding as a nationalist movement united against the Malayan Union, emphasising that its birth was not about power but dignity and the rights of the Malay people. 'Umno was born out of nationalistic spirit and deep love for the homeland. From Datuk Onn Jaafar's voice to Tunku Abdul Rahman's call for Merdeka, Umno was the heartbeat of independence, the architect of the Constitution and the driving force behind modern Malaysia,' he added. He said Umno's leadership in securing independence and spearheading national development cannot be understated, having steered the nation through the volatile post-colonial era into the modern age. For nearly eight decades, Mohamad said, Umno has remained the cornerstone of national stability and Malay political identity. He also expressed gratitude to party members for their unwavering loyalty, sacrifices and trust, which he said have been key to Umno's endurance. 'Let us continue to strengthen unity and fight for a brighter future for Malaysia. Happy 79th Anniversary, Umno. United, Loyal, Serving - for religion, race and country,' Mohamad said.
Daily Express
30-04-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
Malays will only unite when faced with common threat, says Dr Mahathir
Published on: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 Published on: Wed, Apr 30, 2025 By: FMT Reporters Text Size: Dr Mahathir Mohamad says Malay unity cannot be achieved from within the confines of their political parties. PETALING JAYA: Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad says the Malays will only unite when confronted with a common threat, citing the community's strong opposition to the Malayan Union as an example of how they once rallied around a shared objective. He said the Malays had not united previously, having established several small and independent states which were ruled separately. 'There was no protest when the British ceded four Malay states to Thailand, even though they were historically Malay territories,' he told FMT in an interview. Mahathir was referring to the loss of Patani, Singgora, Menara and Yala—now part of Thailand—which were ceded by the British to Bangkok in 1909. The longtime prime minister said it was only when the British proposed to form the Malayan Union by seizing all Malay states that a common threat arose—the fear of continued British dominance. 'Only then did they seek ways to strengthen themselves by uniting. 'We Malays will only unite if we have a common objective. We cannot be united if we have multiple parties, each with its own objectives,' he said. Mahathir, who served as prime minister under Barisan Nasional from 1981-2003 and again in 2018-2020 under Pakatan Harapan, said Malays cannot achieve unity from within the confines of their respective political parties. 'Political parties only result in someone becoming prime minister, someone else making certain policies—Malays cannot achieve unity in that way,' he said. He said the Malays have failed to live up to the time-honoured proverb 'bersatu teguh, bercerai roboh' (united we stand, divided we fall), adding that politics has instead divided the race. Mahathir said if faced with a common threat, the Malays would not allow their political parties to sow division within the community. 'If the Malays are defeated, their parties will also be defeated,' he said. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Free Malaysia Today
30-04-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Malays will only unite when faced with common threat, says Dr M
Dr Mahathir Mohamad says Malay unity cannot be achieved from within the confines of their political parties. PETALING JAYA : Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad says the Malays will only unite when confronted with a common threat, citing the community's strong opposition to the Malayan Union as an example of how they once rallied around a shared objective. He said the Malays had not united previously, having established several small and independent states which were ruled separately. 'There was no protest when the British ceded four Malay states to Thailand, even though they were historically Malay territories,' he told FMT in an interview. Mahathir was referring to the loss of Patani, Singgora, Menara and Yala—now part of Thailand—which were ceded by the British to Bangkok in 1909. The longtime prime minister said it was only when the British proposed to form the Malayan Union by seizing all Malay states that a common threat arose—the fear of continued British dominance. 'Only then did they seek ways to strengthen themselves by uniting. 'We Malays will only unite if we have a common objective. We cannot be united if we have multiple parties, each with its own objectives,' he said. Mahathir, who served as prime minister under Barisan Nasional from 1981-2003 and again in 2018-2020 under Pakatan Harapan, said Malays cannot achieve unity from within the confines of their respective political parties. 'Political parties only result in someone becoming prime minister, someone else making certain policies—Malays cannot achieve unity in that way,' he said. He said the Malays have failed to live up to the time-honoured proverb 'bersatu teguh, bercerai roboh' (united we stand, divided we fall), adding that politics has instead divided the race. Mahathir said if faced with a common threat, the Malays would not allow their political parties to sow division within the community. 'If the Malays are defeated, their parties will also be defeated,' he said.
