Q&A: Malays must be ready for globalisation, says ex-DPM
In the final part of his interview with
malaysiakini
, Musa Hitam
speaks
on the success of the NEP in creating a Malay middle-class. But in the same reflective tone, he also recounts the circumstances which led to the failure in garnering greater political freedom for Malaysians.
Malaysiakini: How will globalisation affect the special position of the Malays?
Musa Hitam
When I was the secretary of Umno, I used to take part in great economic debates (in universities). I said even then, shame on you Malays to be here because you are Malays. I want to see the day that you are here because you are good. I think it is emerging to be more and more like that.
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