DAP, PAS MPs raise racial concerns, urge govt action in budget debate

Key takeaways

During Budget 2027 debates, DAP and PAS MPs raised distinct racial concerns, urging the government to address statistical terminology and strengthen national unity within Malaysia's multiracial society.

• DAP MP Ngeh Koo Ham urged statistics officials to use 'Malay' instead of 'bumiputera' to exclude Muslim foreigners.
• PAS MP Nik Zawawi Salleh called for better management of racial differences to prevent societal division.
• Both lawmakers addressed race-related issues during the Budget 2027 debates in the Dewan Rakyat.

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