Malaysian PM Anwar Stresses Equitable Development In FT Day Message

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 1 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that all development efforts must be carried out equitably so that the benefits of progress can be enjoyed by all Malaysians, without any group being left behind.

In his message in conjunction with Malaysia’s Federal Territory Day on Sunday, he said national development should not be measured solely by physical achievements such as high-rise buildings, infrastructure expansion and modern facilities, but must also have a positive impact on the lives and welfare of the people.

“Every step forward must be anchored in justice and the needs of society.

“All development efforts must ensure that no group is left behind in the stream of prosperity, so that the fruits of progress can be enjoyed equitably by all Malaysians,” he said in a Facebook post.

Accordingly, the Prime Minister said the spirit of compassion, mutual respect and togetherness that forms the core of the MADANI Government will continue to be strengthened to ensure harmony, stability and well-being.

“Happy Federal Territory Day to all residents of Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan,” he said.

Federal Territory Day is observed on Feb 1 each year in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan.
-- BERNAMA