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.
