PM calls on public to join 'inflation jihad' in Aidiladha address
He said this is in line with the Keluarga Malaysia (Malaysian Family) concept he introduced last August to ensure no one is left behind.
In facing economic challenges which are also being felt globally, he said the government is...
Aidiladha, which will be celebrated tomorrow in Malaysia, teaches Muslims to be grateful for Allah’s blessings and to sacrifice to help the needy, said Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
He said this is in line with the Keluarga Malaysia (Malaysian Family) concept he introduced last August to ensure no one is left behind.
In facing economic challenges which are also being felt globally, he said the government is doing its best to address the impact of global inflation, including setting up a team dubbed Jihad Tangani Inflasi (Jihad on Addressing Inflation).
This is to unite all relevant ministries and agencies to resolve the difficulties faced by members of Keluarga Malaysia.
However, he said the government cannot do it alone. Instead, it needs all members of Keluarga Malaysia to work together to address the challenges.
“This is our jihad to ensure the country's economy recovers,” he said in an Aidiladha message broadcast live earlier tonight.
Ismail Sabri said the spirit of sacrifice practised by Keluarga Malaysia will make the country strong in facing the challenges ahead.
He added that the spirit of tolerance based on the concept of ‘tasamuh’ in Islam is an important element to maintain the unity and well-being of Keluarga Malaysia.
“An open-minded attitude allows us to continue to develop and protect ourselves from disagreements that will only harm the ummah (Muslim community),” he said.
He said the willingness to sacrifice wealth to help the poor is a virtue called for by Islam and is a symbol of obedience, piety, and servitude to Allah.
The prime minister said Aidiladha, which is closely linked to repentance, sacrifice, togetherness, and gratitude, gives great meaning to Muslims to continue to live in harmony despite various uncertainties and setbacks.
Ismail Sabri also called on members of Keluarga Malaysia to set aside political differences and prove their repentance and gratitude by jointly enhancing the dignity of religion as well as fostering good relations with friends from other races and religions.
He also expressed his hope for the well-being and safety of more than 14,000 Malaysian pilgrims in Makkah and for them to accomplish ‘haji mabrur’ (proper haj that is accepted by Allah).
“My family and I would like to wish all Muslim members of Keluarga Malaysia Selamat Hari Raya Aidiladha wherever you are,” he said.
- Bernama
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