MCA Youth wants the social contract to be reviewed from time to time to ensure it can guarantee national unity and stability in the country. This despite warning from Malay rulers that the document should not be disputed.

Speaking after the opening of the MCA Youth annual general meeting in Kuala Lumpur today, its outgoing chief, Liow Tiong Lai, said the objective of the social contract was to ensure a harmonious Malaysian society.

liow tiong lai "The objective is good, to ensure racial and political stability. We believe it (the document) has to be looked at from time to time from the perspective on how it can continue to ensure national unity and stability," he told a press conference.

This statement from the Youth wing comes in the wake of a reminder by the conference of rulers yesterday that people should not attempt to question or challenge issues related to the social contract.

Liow, who is also the health minister, however added that the social contract is still relevant and that MCA will work to ensure that the document continues to function well.

'Questioning caused uneasiness'

He also said the views of the younger generation on the matter should not be ignored.

"The younger generation needs to understand the implementation of the social contract, they have their ideas (and their ideas) have to be studied. We should also listen to their views," added Liow.

crowd of people on the streets In a statement yesterday, the conference of rulers said no one should question the role of the Malay rulers, the special position of the Malays and the rights of the other communities as enshrined in the Federal Constitution.

The rulers said the actions of certain quarters in questioning these matters have caused uneasiness among the people, adding that it is not proper to dispute and question the social contract because it is the primary basis for the formation of Malaysia.

Meanwhile, when asked about the ban of the Hindu Rights Action Force (Hindraf), Liow said the issue was not discussed in the cabinet prior to being implemented because it was a ministerial decision.

He also acknowledged the group’s constitutional right to form an association but said he would investigate the reason behind the ban before taking a stance on the matter.