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Friday 28 January 2011

SUPP Candidate Must Be Community Oriented And Never Compromise Racial Harmony - Dr George Chan

Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Dr George Chan Hong Nam was reported by The Borneo Post, at the  book re-launching ceremony of a memoir by former state politician, the late Tan Sri Datuk Amar Stephen Yong.

Dr George Chan also reminded the Chinese to choose progress by staying and moving forward with Barisan Nasional and SUPP.   He also commented that Barisan Nasional has proven themselves to bring Sarawak and the Chinese community forward unlike any other parties

He also reminded the Chinese community to choose their representative wisely.  Put the candidate that will bring harmony to our community and not otherwise.  

During his speech, he honoured the late Tan Sri Datuk Amar Stephen Yong.  

"...He was right in many things including his move in establishing the party"


Remain with BN to progress, Chinese told

by Antonia Chiam. Posted on January 28, 2011, Friday

KUCHING: Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Dr George Chan Hong Nam said yesterday that the Chinese must stay with the government in order to progress.  
 
“We must be inside the decision-making group for things to get done. There is no point shouting from outside as nothing can be accomplished,” he said at the re-launching ceremony of a memoir by former state politician, the late Tan Sri Datuk Amar Stephen Yong.

Dr Chan, who is Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) president, said history had proven Yong to be right in many things including his move in establishing the party.

“He (Yong) was everything a real politician should be.

He always told me not to worry about what others say as there will always be people who distract and say negative things. Just go ahead with what you believe is right, and history will prove you right,” he said.

Dr Chan pointed out that it was important for the Chinese to realise that the person they put up as their representative must be able to do things for the community and not just sweet-talk.

“Today, if the Chinese are not represented in the government, Sarawak would not have gone as far as it had.

Tan Sri Yong had helped to shape the racial unity that we have today, which enabled us to move forward in a fair and just society.

“Always be careful of people who sweet-talk as they can compromise our racial harmony and religious freedom,” he pointed out.

Dr Chan in his speech also commended Yong’s contributions to the state in the early days.

“His political foresightedness contributed greatly to the emergence of the state Barisan Nasional government in 1970, a political model stressing on power sharing, stability and racial harmony, which resulted in rapid social and economic development in the state.

“His wisdom, selflessness and righteous stand on issues such as Chinese education, communist insurgence, political detainees and the new villages brought about a significant change in the lives of people from all walks of life in Sarawak.

“Tan Sri Yong was indeed a great son of Sarawak,” he said.

Meanwhile, according to Yong’s son Philip, when the first edition of the book came out in 1998, there were already plans by Yong to re-edit it to include newer materials.

“Sadly the plan did not take place and my father passed away in 2001, shortly after his 80th birthday.

“I began the re-editing by rearranging the original material written in long-hand by my late father and making everything easier to read.

“Our family members and friends had helped a lot especially with the proofreading.

“Hopefully, the Chinese edition will be out by end of this year,” said Philip.

The memoir ‘A Life Twice Lived’, details the illustrious life of the late Yong, who served as deputy chief minister from 1970 to 1974 and as federal minister of science, technology and environment from 1982 to 1990.

He was the first local-born lawyer in the state and was involved in the formation of Malaysia.

Yong was one of the pivotal movers in establishing SUPP in 1959 and served as the party’s secretary-general for 22 years (1959-1981) and chairman for eight years (1982-1990).

‘A Life Twice Lived’ is now available at all major bookstores and is priced at RM25.

Build Ethnic Bridge and Become Friends of Yayasan 1Malaysia

Congratulations to the board of trustees of Yayasan 1Malaysia for giving the platform to create and express the mind of the youth.  Now youth in Malaysia have the opportunity to join and become the Friends of Yayasan 1Malaysia.  For more information please see below article.

What is Yayasan 1Malaysia?

Yayasan 1Malaysia was established in July 2009 as a non-partisan, independent, and non-profit foundation with its vision being to engage all Malaysians in working towards national unity and the 1Malaysia concept.


The foundation is set up by a group of like-minded Malaysians who are keen to see the concept of 1Malaysia, which is guided by the Federal Constitution, become central in the lives of all Malaysians.


Board of Trustees include Professor Dr Chandra Muzaffar, Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye, Dato’ Dr Mahani Zainal Abidin, Dato’ Sri Tony Fernandes, Dato’ Dr Ismail Ibrahim, Dr Peter Kedit and Ahmad Izham Omar.


BECOME ETHNIC BRIDGE BUILDERS INSTEAD OF ETHNIC HEROES SAYS YAYASAN 1MALAYSIA

Petaling Jaya, 19 January 2011- Yayasan 1Malaysia has issued a challenge to all Malaysians to make 2011 the year of ethnic bridge builders.
 
“We have enough ethnic heroes; what we sorely need are ethnic bridge builders who can neutralize the politics of hate that seem to be on the rise in the country” said Professor Dr Chandra Muzaffar, Chairman of Yayasan 1Malaysia.

Noting that most Malaysians are moderates who value the peace and harmony that exists in the country, he said that it was time for Malaysians to be aware and make a stand against divisive forces that sensationalise innocuous isssues.

“Respect and trust are the cornerstones of the peace we currently enjoy. Let us work together to eliminate ethnic biases and stereotypes which tear our social fabric and cause disunity. I urge Malaysians to choose unity above hate whenever they are  confronted with individuals and groups who sow the seeds of ethnic discord”, said Professor Dr Chandra Muzaffar.

On its part, Yayasan 1Malaysia has launched a support group called “Friends of Yayasan 1Malaysia”, to initiate and bolster national unity efforts in Malaysia.

“Being a “Friend of the Yayasan 1Malaysia” means becoming more closely involved in and taking part in specially organised activities aimed at further developing national unity and integration in a friendly and dynamic environment. It means sharing interests and concerns with Malaysians from all walks of life. Comprising individuals and organisations, this is a non-profit group under the auspices of Yayasan 1Malaysia (Y1M)” he said.  Individuals and corporations wishing to become a “Friend of Yayasan 1Malaysia” can register at Y1M website www.yayasan1malaysia.org.

Yayasan 1Malaysia also announced the launch of its new logo, to better reflect the energy, commitment and aspirations of the foundation.

Dato’ Sri Tony Fernandes, a Trustee of Yayasan 1Malaysia, and the driving force behind the logo change had this to say:

“The decision to have a new logo was made after careful thought and deliberation as a way to better reflect Y1M’s clarity of thought in achieving greater national unity.  Trustees also wanted a simple and yet dynamic logo that reflected the foundation’s name and its objectives”.  “The new logo has a contemporary look and while the colour is retained, it now comes in a more vibrant shade of blue. The logo’s shape and structure are more solid, grounded and balanced, making it easier to remember, recall and replicate with minimal distortion” said Tony. 

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