LIMBANG: The Federation of Chinese Associations Malaysia (Huazong) has urged the federal government to incorporate the 1963 Malaysia Agreement into the national education curriculum.
Its President Tan Sri TC Goh said this is necessary to ensure Malaysians understand and accept the historical facts from a young age.
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He said the MA6S is a crucial national agreement, and its content and historical process are essential parts of nation-building process.
“We do not want this historical fact to be neglected or intentionally overlooked. We hope the younger generation will fully understand this precious process of nation-building and have a correct perception and fair evaluation of the unique status and autonomy of East Malaysia,” he said.
Goh said this when launching ceremony of the torch relay for the 39th National Chinese Cultural Festival, organised by Huazong and hosted by the Federation of Chinese Associations of Sarawak (FCAS) on Saturday.
Goh who is also President of the Federation of Chinese Associations Sabah (FCAS), hoped those in Peninsular Malaysia would have a deeper understanding of East Malaysia.
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He expressed regret over Proton incorrectly labelling Sabah and Sarawak during the launch of its new electric vehicle brand.
“Although the company apologised later, what’s the point? Such misconceptions or biases about East Malaysia need to be corrected through education over time,” he said.
Goh also noted that Sabah and Sarawak consisting of diverse ethnic groups, had more harmonious and friendly ethnic relationship compared to West Malaysia.
In his speech delivered by his representative Abdul Rahman Dato’ Amar Awang said Sarawakians are fortunate to live in a multicultural and harmonious society.
He was pleased to see the National Chinese Cultural Festival being held in Sarawak, with the torch relay in Limbang successfully organized through the efforts of various parties.
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