Keep race and religion out of politics, says Selangor sultan
The Sultan of Selangor has publicly urged politicians to stop exploiting race and religion for political gain. He emphasized the need for unity and focus on economic growth to maintain the state's stability.
Why it matters
It highlights the ongoing tension between identity politics and governance in Malaysia, reflecting the influence of traditional leadership on modern political discourse.
The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, reminded politicians to avoid sensitive remarks that could hurt the feelings of others. (Bernama pic)
PETALING JAYA: The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, says he is fed up with excessive and unproductive politicking.
“Like the rakyat, I am also fed up,” he said in a special interview with Bernama, marking his 25 years on the Selangor throne.
He urged politicians in the state to focus on serving the people, promoting economic growth and preserving unity to maintain the state's leading position in the country.
The sultan said there was no place for politics that exploited race and religion or dragged the royalty into political disputes.
“Selangor’s strength has always been its people. We are blessed with a society made up of different races, religions and cultures that have lived, worked and prospered together for generations,” he said.
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