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Don’t inject politics into everything

Extremism can flourish only in an environment where basic governmental social responsibility for the welfare of the people is neglected. Political dictatorship and social hopelessness create the desperation that fuels religious extremism. – Benazir Bhutto, 11th and 13th prime minister of Pakistan It has become somewhat of a trend for us Malaysians to fight over […]

Mutual respect key to building society, says Premier

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg saluted the harmonious state that exists in Sarawak today. “We are lucky because every race in Sarawak helps each other, and there is a high level of mutual respect. That is the key,” he said. “When we have a high level of mutual respect, we […]

Mutual respect basis of stable government

KUCHING: Mutual respect on cultures, beliefs and traditions are the basis to build a fair and stable government to rule Sarawak, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Abang Johari said as the leader of the state, him and the cabinet ministers are guided by this principle to formulate policies that will […]

Mutual respect the way to continued harmony and unity, says Abang Johari

BY JACINTHA JOLENE & ALEXANDRA LORNA KUCHING: Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has called on Sarawakians to preserve the state’s existing harmony by maintaining mutual respect between Muslims and non-Muslims. As the people are living in a plural society, the Premier said it is important that mutual respect be maintained to ensure […]

Unity among people boon to Sarawak’s harmony says Deputy Premier

LIMBANG: The unity in Sarawak among its diverse set of people has been the main factor in contributing towards peace and harmony in the state. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said that Sarawakians have practiced mutual respect and tolerance towards each other. “Many of us have a sense of familial bond despite […]

Tiong calls for community-government smart partnership

SIBU: Racial harmony and mutual respect are among the unique hallmarks of Sarawak. The Prime Minister’s Special Envoy to China, Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said this has given Chinese culture room to flourish and the people to pass it on to their descendants. “Because of this, the Sarawak Premier appreciates the efforts of the […]

CM spells out important concepts in managing Sarawak

KUCHING: Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has spelt out recognition of others, productivity, and knowledge as important concepts in managing one’s daily tasks and Sarawak well. “The first concept is the relationship among people – mutual respect and recognition. In the context of Sarawak, we respect and recognise people living […]

Sarawakian unity the country’s benchmark

KUCHING: National Unity Minister Datuk Halimah Mohamed Sadique hopes that the spirit of unity shown by the people of Sarawak can be translated in other locations in the country so that there would be no strife among the various races. “If we want to observe unity occurring in a very good, lively, and healthy atmosphere […]

Let us adopt mutual respect

KUCHING: Malaysians should stop fighting over the use of the word ‘Allah’ to avoid further unnecessary division, urged Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) president Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. “Let’s adopt a mutually inclusive approach and respect the High Court’s ruling. It is in line with our multicultural country with its diverse customs and harmonious coexistence […]

Unity vital to harmony, peace in state

BY BARINA NANI KUCHING: Unity among various races is vital to harmony and peace in Sarawak. This was pointed out by Padawan Municipal Council Councillor Rabian Kipli. “Sarawak is truly unique because of racial harmony  and  mutual respect among its people. “The strong bonds between Sarawakians are something that money cannot buy and must be maintained […]