An Anti-corruption Advocate, the Voice of Conscience
5 Aug 2013
1 Aug 2013
WAR ON CRIME: We can pray for peace and wellbeing of our country
MALAYSIANS should welcome the decision by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak to start an all-out war against crime.
This situation is serious, and I hope all Malaysians understand how serious it is.Thus, I appeal to all Malaysians to participate and support the authorities in their goals.
On humanitarian grounds, I wish to emphasise that life is precious. Taking another person's life is an unforgivable act.
Taking a person's life not only affects the victim, but it also affects his family, who will experience pain and trauma.
Therefore, all must remember that we should and must not be allowed to kill a human being.
At the same time, when we have a quiet moment, let us pray for peace and the wellbeing of our nation.
Malaysia is a beautiful country. We need to restore the good relationship among her people, that we once possessed.
We need to live peacefully and harmoniously, for the good of the nation.
Tan Sri Robert Phang, Justice of Peace and Social Care Foundation chairman
Source: WAR ON CRIME: We can pray for peace and wellbeing of our country - Letters to the Editor - New Straits Times http://www.nst.com.my/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/war-on-crime-we-can-pray-for-peace-and-wellbeing-of-our-country-1.330428#ixzz2agY5CO2a
31 Jul 2013
AN ALL OUT WAR ON CRIME PLEASE STOP KILLING – TREASURE LIFE!!!
The Malaysians should welcome the decision by YAB PM Dato’ Seri Najib Tun Razak to start an all out war against crime immediately.
It is noted that PDRM together with YB Dato’ Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid, Minister of Home Affairs plus other related authorities and NGOs will be tasked to prevent crime and step up all efforts to stop crime from further deteriorating in Malaysia.This has resulted in a situation when all of us need to be pragmatic and realize that the current situation is serious.I appeal to all the fellow Rakyat to come forward to participate and support the authorities in this direction.
On humanitarian grounds, I wish to emphasize that life is very precious. We only live once, we must surely treasure our lives as well of our love ones.Taking another person’s live by killing is very unforgivable. The suffering and trauma of the relatives of the victim, will be very tough and miserable. Therefore, all of us must remember, we should and must NOT be allowed to kill and take the life of another human being. Surely and truly, this is ONLY possible in the hands of God. At the same time, when we have a quiet moment, let us pray for peace and well-being for our nation.
Malaysia is still a beautiful country. We need to restore back good relationship among all the various races and religions. We need to live peacefully and harmoniously, let us turn to God to protect and bless all of us at all circumstances. We must avoid and ditch the “TIDAK APA’ attitude.
Lastly, we must treasure life!
Tan Sri Datuk Robert Phang
Justice of Peace.
Chairman – Social Care Foundation.
It is noted that PDRM together with YB Dato’ Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid, Minister of Home Affairs plus other related authorities and NGOs will be tasked to prevent crime and step up all efforts to stop crime from further deteriorating in Malaysia.This has resulted in a situation when all of us need to be pragmatic and realize that the current situation is serious.I appeal to all the fellow Rakyat to come forward to participate and support the authorities in this direction.
On humanitarian grounds, I wish to emphasize that life is very precious. We only live once, we must surely treasure our lives as well of our love ones.Taking another person’s live by killing is very unforgivable. The suffering and trauma of the relatives of the victim, will be very tough and miserable. Therefore, all of us must remember, we should and must NOT be allowed to kill and take the life of another human being. Surely and truly, this is ONLY possible in the hands of God. At the same time, when we have a quiet moment, let us pray for peace and well-being for our nation.
Malaysia is still a beautiful country. We need to restore back good relationship among all the various races and religions. We need to live peacefully and harmoniously, let us turn to God to protect and bless all of us at all circumstances. We must avoid and ditch the “TIDAK APA’ attitude.
Lastly, we must treasure life!
Tan Sri Datuk Robert Phang
Justice of Peace.
Chairman – Social Care Foundation.
23 Jul 2013
MCA’s future - Lim Mun Fah
After experiencing a great defeat, the call for MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Chua Soi Lek's resignation has grown stronger. The infighting has surfaced and the party election scheduled at the end of this year is expected to be an arena fighting for the party's top posts.
Deputy president Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai has been the first to announce his wish to contest for the presidency, lifting the curtain on the fight.
Who else would be contesting? Would former president Datuk Seri Ong Tee Keat make a comeback?
Would the incumbent president handpick his successor? How about followers of another former president Tan Sri Ong Ka Ting? What would MCA Youth Chief Datuk Dr Wee Ka Siong do?
These questions will certainly be the focus of the media, as well as those who are interested in politics.
The MCA party election is scheduled in December this year and any unexpected changes could take place within the following five months. Therefore, it is still too early to say who has the highest winning odds.
For party outsiders, the focus is actually not on who is going to lead the MCA in the future, but what kind of party would the MCA be after changing its leadership.
The challenge before them is, under the new situation after the general election, how should the MCA adjust its position?
Deputy president Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai has been the first to announce his wish to contest for the presidency, lifting the curtain on the fight.
Who else would be contesting? Would former president Datuk Seri Ong Tee Keat make a comeback?
Would the incumbent president handpick his successor? How about followers of another former president Tan Sri Ong Ka Ting? What would MCA Youth Chief Datuk Dr Wee Ka Siong do?
These questions will certainly be the focus of the media, as well as those who are interested in politics.
The MCA party election is scheduled in December this year and any unexpected changes could take place within the following five months. Therefore, it is still too early to say who has the highest winning odds.
For party outsiders, the focus is actually not on who is going to lead the MCA in the future, but what kind of party would the MCA be after changing its leadership.
The challenge before them is, under the new situation after the general election, how should the MCA adjust its position?
Phang calls for post-mortem into GE13 setback
A leading Malaysian social commentator has urged Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak to conduct a “genuine post-mortem” into why voters had drifted away from the Barisan National party at GE13.
Tan Sri Datuk Robert Phang, the founder and chairman of Social Care Foundation, said Najib is the best person to get to the root cause of the political malaise, especially among the Chinese.
Phang said the Malaysian Chinese Association had become dysfunctional and was completely rejected by its own community. They have failed to connect with their constituents and this is a disaster.
“The MCA brand had been tarnished and cannot be redeemed. There is no Chinese representation in Cabinet. This is very disappointing. So something has to be done,” he says.
“Only Najib has the stature and authority to bring all communities together. He is very sincere when he says ‘I want to rule for all Malaysians.’ This is very encouraging.”
Phang was in Melbourne to address the powerful Victorian Chinese Chamber of Commerce at the weekend.
Chamber secretary Chuen Lim, a lawyer, formerly of Teluk Intan, who organised Phang’s visit, said only 150 people could be accommodated at Seasons, the Malaysian-owned hotel and there were many more who wanted to attend.
Phang said Najib is a great leader and no one in BN or UMNO can come anywhere near the prime minister or surpass him in understanding the needs and aspirations of Malaysians.
“Najib has demonstrated very convincingly that he would like to continue working on plans and programmes for the betterment of Malaysians.”
“But he needs to win the support and confidence of the Chinese and Indians. This I am sure he will achieve.”
Phang said “the arrogant MCA” had left a vacuum after its shocking election performance. “But there are many apolitical Chinese leaders of high repute and calibre in Malaysia who can be persuaded to fill the breach and give the Chinese a strong voice in the country.”
Phang also took a swipe at the MCA over the “Dong-zhong” – united education certificate –debacle . “MCA mismanaged and manipulated the whole issue,” he says.
Phang said Najib has to ”work hard … and work smart” to tackle the warring political factions, disgruntled politicians and extremists.
“Because of his family heritage, British training, open-mind and being very receptive to suggestions I feel confident Najib is the man of our times who can unite the nation.”
“Najib has many times said ’change, or be changed’. He understands the seriousness of the situation and we can expect reforms within Umno and BN.”
“Despite his detractors, the prime minister was given a resounding mandate at the election and he can move forward with confidence and with authority.”
“It is significant that former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has endorsed Najib’s leadership.”
Phang said it is vital to have a strong opposition to provide checks and balances. “But they must be constructive and effective, not just shouting slogans and marching down the streets.”
He said rallies mooted by Datuk Anwar Ibrahim are unproductive, destructive and deceptive and would drive foreign investment away.
“Malaysia is a beautiful country. I want to see it grow and prosper.”
Source : http://jommagazine.com.au/phang-calls-for-post-mortem-into-ge13-setback/
Tan Sri Datuk Robert Phang, the founder and chairman of Social Care Foundation, said Najib is the best person to get to the root cause of the political malaise, especially among the Chinese.
Phang said the Malaysian Chinese Association had become dysfunctional and was completely rejected by its own community. They have failed to connect with their constituents and this is a disaster.
“The MCA brand had been tarnished and cannot be redeemed. There is no Chinese representation in Cabinet. This is very disappointing. So something has to be done,” he says.
Phang was in Melbourne to address the powerful Victorian Chinese Chamber of Commerce at the weekend.
Chamber secretary Chuen Lim, a lawyer, formerly of Teluk Intan, who organised Phang’s visit, said only 150 people could be accommodated at Seasons, the Malaysian-owned hotel and there were many more who wanted to attend.
Phang said Najib is a great leader and no one in BN or UMNO can come anywhere near the prime minister or surpass him in understanding the needs and aspirations of Malaysians.
“Najib has demonstrated very convincingly that he would like to continue working on plans and programmes for the betterment of Malaysians.”
“But he needs to win the support and confidence of the Chinese and Indians. This I am sure he will achieve.”
Phang said “the arrogant MCA” had left a vacuum after its shocking election performance. “But there are many apolitical Chinese leaders of high repute and calibre in Malaysia who can be persuaded to fill the breach and give the Chinese a strong voice in the country.”
Phang also took a swipe at the MCA over the “Dong-zhong” – united education certificate –debacle . “MCA mismanaged and manipulated the whole issue,” he says.
“Because of his family heritage, British training, open-mind and being very receptive to suggestions I feel confident Najib is the man of our times who can unite the nation.”
“Najib has many times said ’change, or be changed’. He understands the seriousness of the situation and we can expect reforms within Umno and BN.”
“Despite his detractors, the prime minister was given a resounding mandate at the election and he can move forward with confidence and with authority.”
“It is significant that former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has endorsed Najib’s leadership.”
Phang said it is vital to have a strong opposition to provide checks and balances. “But they must be constructive and effective, not just shouting slogans and marching down the streets.”
He said rallies mooted by Datuk Anwar Ibrahim are unproductive, destructive and deceptive and would drive foreign investment away.
“Malaysia is a beautiful country. I want to see it grow and prosper.”
Source : http://jommagazine.com.au/phang-calls-for-post-mortem-into-ge13-setback/
22 Jul 2013
19 Jul 2013
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)