COMMENT | It’s heartening to note that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has not abandoned his promise of inclusivity made at many ceramahs and forums across the country during election campaigns and other focal points over the last 25 years since the formation of PKR.

He repeated them on Sunday at an event attended largely by Indian Malaysians, where Anwar emphasised that he would be inclusive and would not compromise on making Malaysia a country for all Malaysians regardless of race, creed or religion.

“The country must not continue bickering over petty issues, sowing the seeds of discord and hatred among races in Malaysia.

“If Malaysia wants to survive, we must go back to the core values and principles of humanity, justice and unity because that can ensure our success… and not to pander to the racist agenda of various quarters,” he said.

However, to be taken seriously, Anwar needs to...