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Malay Mail
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Peaceful rally in KL highlights concerns over Malay rights
KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 — A crowd gathered outside Sogo Kuala Lumpur this afternoon for the 'Himpunan Melayu Berdaulat' (Sovereign Malay Rally), calling for the protection of Malay rights, reserve lands and national sovereignty. Led by a coalition of non-governmental organisations headed by Perkasa president Syed Hassan Syed Ali, the rally attracted participants from nearby areas including Masjid Jamek and Kampung Baru, with arrivals starting around 1.30pm. The gathering, which lasted just over two hours, concluded peacefully by approximately 4.30pm. 'This is a gathering of Malays that goes beyond political party lines,' Syed Hassan said during the rally. People participate in the 'Himpunan Melayu Berdaulat' (Sovereign Malay Rally) in front of Sogo Kuala Lumpur May 24, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin Participants, numbering in the hundreds, chanted slogans such as 'Melayu Berdaulat', 'Islam Hebat', and 'Rakyat Selamat', while holding placards calling for the return of Malay reserve land and the cancellation of long-term visas issued to foreign nationals. The rally took place under hot weather, and there was no rain — a contrast to recent afternoon showers. Many attendees used umbrellas for shade. Police were present to monitor the situation, while safety marshals assisted with crowd management. The event remained orderly throughout. People participate in the 'Himpunan Melayu Berdaulat' (Sovereign Malay Rally) in front of Sogo Kuala Lumpur May 24, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin Onlookers and passersby observed from across the street, with some recording the event on mobile phones. Traffic in the area slowed but was not significantly disrupted, as officers directed vehicles away from the gathering site. Cleanup crews moved in shortly after the rally ended to restore the area.
Free Malaysia Today
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
‘Melayu Berdaulat' rally to proceed outside Sogo tomorrow
Dang Wangi police chief Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman said the rally organisers had already notified them about the gathering. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : A pro-Malay rally in the city centre will proceed outside the Sogo shopping complex tomorrow, with 80 policemen deployed to monitor the gathering. Dang Wangi police chief Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman said the 'Himpunan Melayu Berdaulat' rally organisers had already notified them about the gathering and that everything was in order. 'The organisers will continue with the gathering and the police will facilitate the rally with reasonable controls. 'A total of 80 police personnel will be on duty around the location of the gathering to monitor the rally,' he said in a statement. The rally is being organised by a coalition of pro-Malay NGOs to protest the government's alleged failure to look after the rights and interests of Malay-Muslims. Its chairman, Syed Hassan Syed Ali, is president of Malay rights group Perkasa. Syed Hassan previously said that over 700 NGOs had confirmed their participation and the group was expecting up to 20,000 rallygoers.
Malay Mail
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Saturday's Sovereign Malay Rally cleared to proceed with police oversight
KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 — The Himpunan Melayu Berdaulat (Sovereign Malay Rally), scheduled for Saturday in the capital, will go ahead as planned, with police stepping in as facilitators to ensure the gathering proceeds smoothly under reasonable control measures. According to Dang Wangi district police chief Assistant Commissioner Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman, a group of officers will be deployed in the area to oversee the situation. 'A total of 80 officers and personnel will be assigned to monitor the area where the rally is taking place,' he said in a statement issued today. Sulizmie Affendy added that police had already held discussions with the organisers to ensure full compliance with the Peaceful Assembly Act (PAA) 2012. The rally is organised by a coalition of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) led by Perkasa president Syed Hassan Syed Ali. It is expected to draw more than 15,000 participants. The purpose of the rally is to voice concerns on matters affecting the interests of Malays and Muslims, including opposition to the proposed Urban Redevelopment Bill and issues related to Malay reserve land. It is scheduled to take place at the compound of the Sogo shopping complex on Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman from 2.30pm.
