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The Star
15-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Controversial US envoy pick faces united backlash
PETALING JAYA: More voices are urging the Malaysian government to reject the appointment of American conservative figure Nick Adams (pic) as the US Ambassador to Malaysia. PKR Youth International Relations Bureau's Arief Izuadin said Adams' appointment is viewed with deep concern as his background is closely associated with extremist ideologies and divisive rhetoric, which contrast starkly with the values upheld by Malaysia's government and people. 'Such a rejection should not be misconstrued as hostility but rather seen as a necessary measure to safeguard the integrity of bilateral relations and ensure that diplomatic envoys can contribute constructively, in a manner aligned with the shared aspirations of both nations,' he said in a statement yesterday. He added that PKR Youth intends to submit a formal memorandum of protest to the United States Embassy urging the appointment of a more moderate, respected and globally-minded individual, who will embody the spirit of mutual respect and cooperation that has long underpinned US-Malaysia relations. Similarly, Selangor PAS Youth Chief Mohamed Sukri Omar said in a separate statement that the government, through Wisma Putra, should take a firm and clear stance against Adams' appointment to protect the sensitivities of Malaysians. He added that the government should uphold the dignity of a nation that consistently advocates for humanitarian issues, especially regarding Palestine. 'Nick Adams is not just a controversial figure. He openly spreads hatred towards Islam and supports the Zionist colonial regime without consideration. 'He once pressured a restaurant in the United States to fire a waitress simply for wearing a 'Free Palestine' pin. This is an inhumane act that demonstrates extreme and hateful attitudes towards the oppressed Palestinian people's struggle,' he said in a statement yesterday. He emphasised that Malaysia does not need a diplomatic representative who brings extremist and pro-Zionist ideologies, as it is a majority-Muslim country that upholds the principles of justice and solidarity with oppressed people. 'This appointment is an insult to the sensitivities of Malaysians. If the government remains silent or accepts this appointment, it will be seen as betraying the people's firm stance in supporting the Palestinian cause,' he said. Mohamed Sukri said Malaysia has the absolute right under the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations to reject any ambassadorial candidate deemed unsuitable or harmful to domestic harmony. He added that firm action is needed to defend the nation's image and stance and to reject any efforts to spread extremist pro-Zionist ideologies in the country. On Sunday, Amanah Youth international bureau chairman Mus'ab Muzahar said Adams' appointment is an insult to the country's dignity and foreign policy. 'Nick Adams is not a diplomat or a statesman. He is merely a far-right propagandist, a staunch Trump supporter and a vocal supporter of the Zionist Israeli regime. 'His rhetoric on social media is full of hatred, racism and Islamophobic sentiments, clearly deviating from the spirit of mature bilateral relations,' he said in a Facebook post.
Daily Express
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
PAS man slams nomination of Nick Adams as US ambassador to Malaysia
Published on: Monday, July 14, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jul 14, 2025 By: FMT Reporters Text Size: Selangor PAS Youth chief Sukri Omar urged Putrajaya to reject the nomination of Nick Adams as the next US ambassador to Malaysia. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: Accepting Nick Adams as the next US ambassador to Malaysia will be seen as a direct insult to the Muslim community and the Malaysians who support Palestine, a PAS Youth leader said today. Selangor PAS Youth chief Sukri Omar claimed Adams had previously made Islamophobic comments and expressed strong support for Israel. He pointed to a post by Adams on social media, in which he claimed to have pressured a US restaurant to dismiss a waitress for wearing a 'Free Palestine' pin. 'As a Muslim-majority nation that upholds justice and stands in solidarity with the oppressed, Malaysia cannot accept the appointment of someone who openly targets those who support Palestine and ridicules any expression of solidarity with the Palestinian cause. 'If the government remains silent or accepts this appointment, it will be seen as a direct insult to the Muslim community and all Malaysians who firmly support Palestine,' he said in a Facebook post. Sukri also urged Wisma Putra to exercise its rights under the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, which allows host countries to reject ambassadorial nominees deemed unsuitable or potentially disruptive to domestic harmony. 'We urge the Malaysian government to use its powers to reject Nick Adams's nomination and send a clear message to the world: Malaysia will never allow itself to become a platform for Zionist normalisation or a testing ground for Islamophobic extremism,' he said. A naturalised American citizen originally from Australia, Adams is known for his support of former president Donald Trump and was active in the 2024 US election campaign. His nomination was submitted to the US Senate on July 9 and has since drawn criticism over his history of inflammatory online commentary, including remarks targeting Muslims. The current US ambassador to Malaysia, Edgard D Kagan, began his posting slightly over a year ago and remains in the role for now. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * 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
The Star
14-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Calls grow to reject Nick Adams as US Ambassador to Malaysia
PETALING JAYA: More voices are urging the Malaysian government to reject the appointment of American conservative figure Nick Adams as the US Ambassador to Malaysia. In a statement, Selangor PAS Youth Chief Mohamed Sukri Omar said the government, through Wisma Putra, should take a firm and clear stance against the nomination to protect the sensitivities of the people. He added that the government should uphold the dignity of a nation consistently advocating for humanitarian issues, especially regarding Palestine. "Nick Adams is not just a controversial figure. He openly spreads hatred towards Islam and supports the Zionist colonial regime without consideration. "He once pressured a restaurant in the United States to fire a waitress simply for wearing a 'Free Palestine' pin. This is an inhumane act that demonstrates extreme and hateful attitudes towards the oppressed Palestinian people's struggle," he said in a statement on Monday (July 14). He emphasised that Malaysia does not need a diplomatic representative who brings extremist and pro-Zionist ideologies, as it is a majority-Muslim country that upholds the principles of justice and solidarity with oppressed people. "This appointment is an insult to the sensitivities of Malaysians. If the government remains silent or accepts this appointment, it will be seen as betraying the people's firm stance in supporting the Palestinian cause. ALSO READ: Appointment of Nick Adams should be rejected, says Amanah Youth "This is not just a diplomatic issue, but a matter of principle, dignity, and the nation's stance on humanitarian issues," he said. Mohamed Sukri said Malaysia has the absolute right under the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations to reject any ambassadorial candidate deemed unsuitable or harmful to domestic harmony. He added that firm action is needed to defend the nation's image and stance and to reject any efforts to spread extremist pro-Zionist ideologies in the country. "Selangor PAS Youth stands firmly with Malaysians in rejecting elements of Islamophobia, tyranny, and injustice. The appointment of Nick Adams as the US Ambassador to Malaysia is a form of provocation against the nation's historic stance on the Palestinian issue." "We urge the government to use its power to reject his nomination and send a clear message that Malaysia will not be a stage for normalising Zionist tyranny or a testing ground for Islamophobic extremism," he said. He added that Malaysia is not a testing ground for pro-Zionist ambassadors and must defend the nation's dignity. On Sunday (July 13), Amanah Youth international bureau chairman Mus'ab Muzahar Said that the appointment of Nick Adams is an insult to the country's dignity and foreign policy. "Nick Adams is not a diplomat or a statesman. He is merely a far-right propagandist, a staunch Trump supporter, and a vocal supporter of the Zionist Israeli regime. "His rhetoric on social media is full of hatred, racism, and Islamophobic sentiments, clearly deviating from the spirit of mature bilateral relations," he said in a Facebook post
The Star
28-04-2025
- Politics
- The Star
PAS denies trying to influence Singapore election
PETALING JAYA: PAS has dismissed claims that its leaders tried to influence Singapore's upcoming general election, calling the allegations "inaccurate and exaggerated". This comes after the Singapore government blocked access to social media pages of several individuals, including PAS treasurer-general Datuk Iskandar Abdul Samad and Selangor PAS Youth chief Mohamed Sukri Omar, over the alleged attempts. PAS secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan stressed Singapore's sovereignty, acknowledging that its Ministry of Home Affairs and Elections Department have the legal right to protect their electoral processes. "As a sovereign nation, Singapore has every right under the law to take any appropriate and reasonable measures to protect and safeguard its legitimate interests," he said in a statement on Monday (April 28). Takiyuddin clarified that the social media posts in question were personal opinions of the two leaders and did not reflect the party's official stance. "It must be emphasised that the posts in question represent their personal views and in no way reflect PAS's official policy or stance as a political party — whether regarding Singapore as a nation or its ongoing processes." PAS maintains that both leaders were merely expressing personal opinions without intending to interfere with the May 3 election. Takiyuddin said the party's commitment to formal bilateral relations with Singapore underlines the inaccuracy of the allegations. "PAS's policy of maintaining formal bilateral relations as the legitimate channel for conveying any views or discussing matters of mutual interest — including with the Singapore government — as practised thus far, clearly proves that these allegations were inaccurate or untrue," he said. Takiyuddin said that in an era of global connectivity, individuals are bound to express opinions on international matters, but such reactions should not be seen as interference unless they are followed by concrete steps. "Such reactions should not be construed as attempts to interfere unless they are followed by concrete steps with such intentions," he said. While PAS respects Singapore's concerns, Takiyuddin believes the reaction towards the two leaders was exaggerated. "We respect Singapore's concerns, but we also believe the reaction was somewhat exaggerated and unilateral, especially given our ongoing good and mutually respectful relationship with their government," he added. Singapore's Ministry of Home Affairs and Elections Department, in a statement issued on Friday (April 25), said they had identified three foreign nationals, including two PAS leaders, who allegedly attempted to influence the country's general election. According to the statement, alongside Iskandar and Mohamed Sukri, others named included Australian national Zulfikar Mohamad Shariff, who renounced his Singaporean citizenship in 2020.
Malaysiakini
27-04-2025
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Racist slur by S'pore politician shocking, disappointing
COMMENT | Just as the ink was hardly dry on my advice to Selangor PAS Youth chief Sukri Omar not to interfere in Singapore's internal affairs, a particular development across the Causeway has made me rethink my position. The recent actions of Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) candidate Gigene Wong have cast a troubling light on the calibre and quality of political candidates in Singapore. In an appalling move during her party campaign, Gigene used a racial slur against her own GRC teammate, Ariffin Sha. She first referred to him using the slur 'keling kia' - a derogatory term targeting people of Indian descent - and later compounded the insult by calling him an 'elephant'.
