The Gerakan Youth today rapped Pasir Salak MP Tajuddin Abdul Rahman for saying that the Chinese press were "opposition supporters".

The movement's vice-chief Liang Teck Meng described Tajuddin's remarks as "unfair", "rude and "unprofessional".

"The Pasir Salak MP as an experienced politician should maintain his calm and react in a professional manner when approached by reporters who were only seeking some clarification," said Liang.

NONE Liang, who is also Simpang Renggam MP, said Tajuddin's ( left ) outburst was uncalled for because Chinese press has been professional and responsible in carrying out its duties.

"They are just reporting what was being said by both parties, hence providing both sides of the story. Sometimes, their reports can be very critical but there is nothing wrong with that," he added.

Liang was responding to a report by Sin Chew Daily yesterday, on Tajuddin's tirade after being chased for comments on his tiff with Ipoh Barat MP M Kulasegaran.

"Where are you from? Are you supporting the opposition or Barisan Nasional? Who are you? What do you want?" Tajuddin had said according to the daily.

He then accused certain dailies of refusing to publish Umno's statements but willingly provide coverage for opposition parties.

After the reporter revealed that he belonged to a Chinese newspaper, Tajuddin's parting shot was: "Chinese press are always against BN MPs".