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UG fears racial and religious bigoted politicians?
KUALA LUMPUR, June 28, 2025: Enough is enough! Why are racial and religious bigoted politicians, especially those from the Taliban-like PAS, “immune” to the law when it comes to the 3R (Race, Religion, Royalty)?
It is perplexing why the so-called Madani Unity Government (UG) is so fearful of selective bigoted politicians who can “get away with murder”?
Is the UG really for multiracial Malaysians and Malaysians?
Even the words and advice of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (King) Sultan Ibrahim mean nothing to them and ignored (see news report below).
No News Is Bad News reproduces below news reports of one such PAS political leader:
Authorities Should Prosecute Hadi’s Racist Son-In-Law For Sedition – Disgusted With Racist & Extremist Views
27 June, 2025
According to Finance Twitter , at the rate PAS racists and extremists keep shooting its own foot, one may wonder if the Malaysian Islamic Party (PAS – Parti Islam Se-Malaysia) is trying to help rival Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stay in power for another 20 years. Its latest attack on the promotion of Major General Johnny Lim to the rank of Lieutenant General makes Anwar look like Mahatma Gandhi.
Given a choice between Anwar government’s silly U-turn on Sales and Services Tax (SST) imposed on apples and oranges (as well as flip-flop on exclusion of SPM “A-“ grades for matriculation placement) and PAS’ racist criticism of Johnny Lim Eng Seng’s promotion in the Malaysian Armed Forces, it’s not hard who the ethnic Chinese will vote for in the next 16th General Election.
Instead of feeling bad and shameful that only after 68 years since independence in 1957 that Lim finally became the first ethnic Chinese serviceman to reach the rank of a three-star senior officer, PAS politician and preacher, Zaharudin Muhammad, tried to stir up racial and religious sentiments among the Malay-Muslims that they may lose power to minority Chinese.
Without any proof, despicable Zaharudin (son-in-law of PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang) warned and provoked on social media that Malaysia’s 50th Prime Minister in 2058 could be a Chinese Malaysian. Based on the fact that the last 68 years had seen only nine prime ministers, it’s a mystery how the country would see the emergence of another 40 premiers in just 33 years.
In his provocation post, which he had cowardly deleted, Zaharudin wrote – “History was made when Malaysia’s first Chinese Prime Minister, who was born in Kampung Sungai Baru, was appointed as the 50th Prime Minister of Malaysia. He is a Malaysian born in Kampung Sungai Baru to parents who had obtained citizenship through the Malaysia My Second Home scheme, where both his parents had bought a condominium unit there 23 years ago.”
Assuming 10th Prime Minister Anwar loses power tomorrow, the clown’s formula means the next 40 prime ministers will serve on average only 10 months each. Perhaps the genius man should go back to school to learn basic mathematics. Perhaps he should fix PAS-administered Kelantan’s problems of high unemployment, drug abuse, and sexual crimes first before poking his nose in the internal affairs of Malaysian Armed Forces.
Lim’s promotion is a significant event in the country’s Malay-dominated military, not only because the country has long struggled to attract interest from among the ethnic Chinese and ethnic Indian minorities to enlist as soldiers, but also projects – at least under Anwar administration – the existence of meritocracy and inclusivity in national defence.
The promotion ceremony, held on June 23 and officiated by Armed Forces Chief General Mohd Nizam Jaffar, effectively makes Johnny Lim the second in command of the Malaysia Armed Forces. The newly promoted lieutenant-general said – “I have served the country for 41 years. It is a testimony that if one works hard and sacrifices for the country, one can surely succeed,”
Lim received his early education at St Francis Primary School, Melaka, from 1973 to 1978 and later at St Francis Secondary School from 1979 to 1983. He then attended Cadet Officer training as the 25th Permanent Commission (TJT25) and subsequently began his military career in 1986, graduating from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the UK, where he was commissioned into the Royal Ranger Regiment.
Having served as Chief Trainer, Commander, Inspector-General and Chief of Staff in various leadership positions, Lim actually holds master’s degrees from both the University of Canberra and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, and is a graduate of the Korean National Defence University. Crucially, his journey from Sandhurst graduate to senior military leader shows that competence and dedication transcend ethnicity.
More importantly, his promotion received the endorsement and blessing from the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (King), whose role as the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of the Federation is clearly stated in Article 41 of the Federal Constitution. Essentially, Johnny Lim’s promotion to the rank of Lieutenant-General was approved by King Sultan Ibrahim of Johor.
By mocking and instigating Lim’s promotion, the disgraced Hadi’s son-in-law was also questioning the wisdom and authority of the Agong (King). Therefore, Zaharudin should be investigated and charged for not only sedition, but also treason. If the Anwar government fails or refuses to charge him for promoting racist hatred, xenophobia, and all forms of bigotry, it will set a very bad precedent.
Even Armed Forces Chief General Mohd Nizam Jaffar – disgusted with the PAS’ racist and extremist views – has defended Lim’s promotion and rubbished criticism surrounding it as baseless and divisive. He said – “The armed forces are a melting pot where participation is driven by love for the country and a willingness to serve and sacrifice for one goal, which is the sovereignty of our beloved nation.”
And it certainly screams hypocrisy when the ungrateful Hadi keeps his silence after son-in-law spewed lies and insulted a Chinese soldier out of envy despite the fact that Hadi was operated on by a team of non-Malay doctors at the National Heart Institute (IJN). Without a Chinese soldier, Zaharudin might have been killed by enemies, and without a team of Chinese doctors, Hadi might have kicked the bucket.
It doesn’t matter that Lim represents the Chinese and Baba Peranakan communities. It doesn’t matter that Lim’s promotion has been long overdue. It doesn’t matter that Lim joined the army in 1984, during Malaysia’s communist insurgency. It doesn’t matter that his skin colour is different from that of Zaharudin. And it doesn’t matter if this is part of Anwar’s campaign to fish for Chinese votes.
What matters is Johnny Lim serves the nation and he has served for 41 years and therefore deserves the promotion based on his excellent record. What exactly had Zaharudin achieved compared to Lim’s winning the Strategic Prize in Queenscliff, Australia, in 2000, commanding the Australian contingent in a Beating the Retreat parade, and leading troops as a brigade commander in Sibu, Sarawak, during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic?
When the non-Malay refused to join the armed forces, certain Malays went ballistic and accused the non-Malay of unpatriotic. But when the non-Malay joined the armed forces, the same group of Malays also go nuclear and accuse the non-Malay of trying to take over “Tanah Melayu”. Regardless of what the “Type-C” community does, the same group of toxic Malay extremists will never be happy.
For argument sake, if the PAS moron’s lies somehow becomes a reality in 2058, what’s wrong with Malaysia having its first Prime Minister of Chinese ethnicity – as long as that person commands the support of the majority of Members of Parliament in the Dewan Rakyat (House of Representatives)? Yes, when even Type-M MPs willingly vote for a Type-C MP as the 50th Prime Minister, who is PAS to reject such motion?
Johnny boy did not appoint himself as the 3-star general, mind you. It was the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) – consisting of the Malaysian Army, the Royal Malaysian Navy, and the Royal Malaysian Air Force – who appointed Lim, after approval from the Malay Ruler, due to his qualifications, experiences, services, sacrifices and whatnot. He did not get the promotion through cable or political connection, let alone riding on religion like PAS leaders.
While it’s a public knowledge that PAS Islamist party does not have any intellectuals, it should at least stop trying to prove that its leaders are certified clowns or monkeys incapable of managing the economy or contributing to the GDP of Kelantan, Terengganu, Kedah and Perlis, the four deplorable states under PAS administration.
At the rate PAS racists and extremists keep shooting its own foot, one may wonder if the Malaysian Islamic Party (PAS – Parti Islam Se-Malaysia) is trying to help rival Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stay in power for another 20 years. Its latest attack on the promotion of Major General Johnny Lim to the rank of Lieutenant General makes Anwar look like Mahatma Gandhi.
Given a choice between Anwar government’s silly U-turn on Sales and Services Tax (SST) imposed on apples and oranges (as well as flip-flop on exclusion of SPM “A-“ grades for matriculation placement) and PAS’ racist criticism of Johnny Lim Eng Seng’s promotion in the Malaysian Armed Forces, it’s not hard who the ethnic Chinese will vote for in the next 16th General Election.
Instead of feeling bad and shameful that only after 68 years since independence in 1957 that Lim finally became the first ethnic Chinese serviceman to reach the rank of a three-star senior officer, PAS politician and preacher, Zaharudin Muhammad, tried to stir up racial and religious sentiments among the Malay-Muslims that they may lose power to minority Chinese.
Without any proof, despicable Zaharudin (son-in-law of PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang) warned and provoked on social media that Malaysia’s 50th Prime Minister in 2058 could be a Chinese Malaysian. Based on the fact that the last 68 years had seen only nine prime ministers, it’s a mystery how the country would see the emergence of another 40 premiers in just 33 years.
In his provocation post, which he had cowardly deleted, Zaharudin wrote – “History was made when Malaysia’s first Chinese Prime Minister, who was born in Kampung Sungai Baru, was appointed as the 50th Prime Minister of Malaysia. He is a Malaysian born in Kampung Sungai Baru to parents who had obtained citizenship through the Malaysia My Second Home scheme, where both his parents had bought a condominium unit there 23 years ago.”
Assuming 10th Prime Minister Anwar loses power tomorrow, the clown’s formula means the next 40 prime ministers will serve on average only 10 months each. Perhaps the genius man should go back to school to learn basic mathematics. Perhaps he should fix PAS-administered Kelantan’s problems of high unemployment, drug abuse, and sexual crimes first before poking his nose in the internal affairs of Malaysian Armed Forces.
Lim’s promotion is a significant event in the country’s Malay-dominated military, not only because the country has long struggled to attract interest from among the ethnic Chinese and ethnic Indian minorities to enlist as soldiers, but also projects – at least under Anwar administration – the existence of meritocracy and inclusivity in national defence.
The promotion ceremony, held on June 23 and officiated by Armed Forces Chief General Mohd Nizam Jaffar, effectively makes Johnny Lim the second in command of the Malaysia Armed Forces. The newly promoted lieutenant-general said – “I have served the country for 41 years. It is a testimony that if one works hard and sacrifices for the country, one can surely succeed,”
Lim received his early education at St Francis Primary School, Melaka, from 1973 to 1978 and later at St Francis Secondary School from 1979 to 1983. He then attended Cadet Officer training as the 25th Permanent Commission (TJT25) and subsequently began his military career in 1986, graduating from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the UK, where he was commissioned into the Royal Ranger Regiment.
Having served as Chief Trainer, Commander, Inspector-General and Chief of Staff in various leadership positions, Lim actually holds master’s degrees from both the University of Canberra and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, and is a graduate of the Korean National Defence University. Crucially, his journey from Sandhurst graduate to senior military leader shows that competence and dedication transcend ethnicity.
More importantly, his promotion received the endorsement and blessing from the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (King), whose role as the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of the Federation is clearly stated in Article 41 of the Federal Constitution. Essentially, Johnny Lim’s promotion to the rank of Lieutenant-General was approved by King Sultan Ibrahim of Johor.
By mocking and instigating Lim’s promotion, the disgraced Hadi’s son-in-law was also questioning the wisdom and authority of the Agong (King). Therefore, Zaharudin should be investigated and charged for not only sedition, but also treason. If the Anwar government fails or refuses to charge him for promoting racist hatred, xenophobia, and all forms of bigotry, it will set a very bad precedent.
Even Armed Forces Chief General Mohd Nizam Jaffar – disgusted with the PAS’ racist and extremist views – has defended Lim’s promotion and rubbished criticism surrounding it as baseless and divisive. He said – “The armed forces are a melting pot where participation is driven by love for the country and a willingness to serve and sacrifice for one goal, which is the sovereignty of our beloved nation.”
And it certainly screams hypocrisy when the ungrateful Hadi keeps his silence after son-in-law spewed lies and insulted a Chinese soldier out of envy despite the fact that Hadi was operated on by a team of non-Malay doctors at the National Heart Institute (IJN). Without a Chinese soldier, Zaharudin might have been killed by enemies, and without a team of Chinese doctors, Hadi might have kicked the bucket.
It doesn’t matter that Lim represents the Chinese and Baba Peranakan communities. It doesn’t matter that Lim’s promotion has been long overdue. It doesn’t matter that Lim joined the army in 1984, during Malaysia’s communist insurgency. It doesn’t matter that his skin colour is different from that of Zaharudin. And it doesn’t matter if this is part of Anwar’s campaign to fish for Chinese votes.
What matters is Johnny Lim serves the nation and he has served for 41 years and therefore deserves the promotion based on his excellent record. What exactly had Zaharudin achieved compared to Lim’s winning the Strategic Prize in Queenscliff, Australia, in 2000, commanding the Australian contingent in a Beating the Retreat parade, and leading troops as a brigade commander in Sibu, Sarawak, during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic?
When the non-Malay refused to join the armed forces, certain Malays went ballistic and accused the non-Malay of unpatriotic. But when the non-Malay joined the armed forces, the same group of Malays also go nuclear and accuse the non-Malay of trying to take over “Tanah Melayu”. Regardless of what the “Type-C” community does, the same group of toxic Malay extremists will never be happy.
For argument sake, if the PAS moron’s lies somehow becomes a reality in 2058, what’s wrong with Malaysia having its first Prime Minister of Chinese ethnicity – as long as that person commands the support of the majority of Members of Parliament in the Dewan Rakyat (House of Representatives)? Yes, when even Type-M MPs willingly vote for a Type-C MP as the 50th Prime Minister, who is PAS to reject such motion?
Johnny boy did not appoint himself as the 3-star general, mind you. It was the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) – consisting of the Malaysian Army, the Royal Malaysian Navy, and the Royal Malaysian Air Force – who appointed Lim, after approval from the Malay Ruler, due to his qualifications, experiences, services, sacrifices and whatnot. He did not get the promotion through cable or political connection, let alone riding on religion like PAS leaders.
While it’s a public knowledge that PAS Islamist party does not have any intellectuals, it should at least stop trying to prove that its leaders are certified clowns or monkeys incapable of managing the economy or contributing to the GDP of Kelantan, Terengganu, Kedah and Perlis, the four deplorable states under PAS administration.
The Anwar administration should stop being terrified of Zaharudin just because he is the son-in-law of Hadi Awang. The people understand why the toothless prime minister always chickens out whenever the PAS president plays the 3R (race, religion and royalty) cards. But if even the authorities closed both eyes when Hadi’s son-in-law plays the card, it will show not only Hadi family is untouchable, but also that Anwar is weak and lame.
Source : Finance Twitter
What Johnny Lim’s promotion means for the Malaysian dream
A Malaysia where merit, integrity, and service to the nation define a person’s worth instead of their race and religion.
A PAS leader sparked controversy when he speculated that Malaysia could see its first prime minister of Chinese descent within the next 30 to 40 years.
The remark came on the heels of the recent promotion of major-general Johnny Lim, a Malaysian Chinese, to the rank of lieutenant-general, in the armed forces.
In a now-deleted Facebook post, Sungai Buloh PAS chief Zaharudin Muhammad painted a hypothetical scenario in which Malaysia’s 50th prime minister in the year 2058 is a Chinese individual born in Kampung Sungai Baru.
His comments have drawn criticism online, with many accusing him of stoking racial sentiments and promoting divisive narratives.
PAS’s reaction to the promotion of a Malaysian Chinese military officer is hardly surprising, given the party’s track record and the consistent rhetoric of its president, Abdul Hadi Awang.
In 2018, similar concerns were raised by PAS leaders when Richard Malanjum was appointed chief justice, Tommy Thomas as attorney-general, and Lim Guan Eng as finance minister. At the time, PAS leaders questioned the suitability of non-Malays and non-Muslims holding top national posts. Malanjum and Thomas are both Christians.
Hadi himself has repeatedly made controversial statements asserting that only Malay-Muslims are qualified to lead, govern, and administer the country. Such views, critics argue, not only undermine Malaysia’s multicultural foundations but also fuel division in an already polarised society.
In one lengthy column published in Harakah Daily, the party’s official mouthpiece, Hadi declared it haram (forbidden) for Muslims to surrender political power to non-Muslims.
Addressed to his followers, the article sought to justify PAS’s political alignment with Umno under the 2019 Muafakat Nasional Charter and the party’s support for the Malay Dignity Congress.
In it, Hadi argued that leadership in a multiracial nation like Malaysia must remain firmly in the hands of Malay-Muslims, framing it as a religious obligation rather than a democratic choice.
Among the key demands put forward by the Malay Dignity Congress was that all top leadership positions in government be reserved exclusively for Malay-Muslims. This included the posts of the prime minister, deputy prime minister, menteri besar, and chief ministers, as well as key ministerial portfolios such as finance, education, defence, and home.
The congress resolutions also called for the appointment of only Malay-Muslims to senior civil service and institutional roles, including the chief justice, attorney-general, chief secretary to the government, inspector-general of police, chief of defence forces, and other top-ranking positions.
Those behind these demands have been widely criticised for promoting racial and religious exclusivity, undermining the principles of meritocracy and equality among Malaysian citizens.
In 2023, then Bersatu Youth chief Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal proposed amending the Federal Constitution to ensure that only Malays can hold the office of prime minister.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim chastised Wan Fayhsal for his proposal and said ever since Merdeka, the candidate has always been a Malay.
While Anwar’s remarks may have been intended to reassure the Malay electorate, he may have inadvertently enforced the long-standing ideology that only Malay-Muslims are fit to lead the nation.
Such narratives not only entrench ethnic and religious exclusivity but also undermine the principles of equal citizenship and inclusivity in a multiracial democracy.
This raises a fundamental question: what is Malaysia truly about?
While many in Peninsular Malaysia may accept the unwritten “social contract” among the three major races, such a notion does not resonate with the people of Sabah and Sarawak.
With their rich ethnic and cultural diversity, the Borneo states reject the idea that only Malays are entitled to hold top leadership positions in the country.
For Sabah and Sarawak, Malaysia was formed on the principle of equal partnership, not subordination. Any narrative that undermines this foundational promise risks deepening regional disenchantment and eroding national unity.
It took 232 years, from the first presidential election in 1776 to Barack Obama’s election in 2008, for the US to have its first Black president.
It was 30 years ago when Nelson Mandela became the first black president of South Africa. Despite being a Chinese-majority society, Singapore has demonstrated its commitment to multiculturalism by electing a Muslim woman as the nation’s president in the past, and its current president is of Indian descent.
So far, only a Sarawakian Muslim Fadillah Yusof has ascended to the position of deputy prime minister, the highest position ever for an East Malaysian.
But looking ahead, there will come a time well before 2058, one hopes, when a Dayak, a Kadazan, or even a Chinese or Indian Malaysian will have the opportunity to lead the nation as prime minister.
Such a moment would reflect the true spirit of Malaysia: a nation built on diversity, equal citizenship, and shared destiny, not one defined by race or religion.
As Martin Luther King Jr once powerfully declared in his iconic speech:
“Even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream. I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: ‘We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal’.”
My Malaysian dream, shared by many, is to build a nation where people are valued for their contributions, not judged by their race or religion.
A Malaysia where merit, integrity, and service to the nation define a person’s worth; where every citizen, regardless of background, has an equal opportunity to lead, to serve, and to belong.
Congratulations to lieutenant-general, Johnny Lim and those who promoted him based on merit.
The view expressed are those of the writer and do not necessarily reflect those of FMT.
Downplaying army general’s promotion reveals PAS’s true colours, says MP
DAP’s Syahredzan Johan accuses the party of overlooking the sacrifices made by non-Malays for the country.
Bangi MP Syahredzan Johan reminded PAS that non-Malays have long fought and sacrificed for the nation alongside their Malay counterparts, and that their rights are clearly guaranteed under the Federal Constitution.
PETALING JAYA: DAP MP Syahredzan Johan has accused PAS of showing its true colours after the Islamic party’s central committee member Zuhdi Marzuki defended a party leader over a social media post speculating about the prospect of a Malaysian of Chinese descent becoming prime minister.
The Bangi MP in a Facebook post said Zuhdi’s defence of Sungai Buloh PAS chief Zaharudin Muhammad revealed the party’s disregard for the sacrifices of non-Malays.
“This action has exposed the true face of PAS, that it does not appreciate the service and sacrifice of non-Malays in this country,” he said.
He reminded PAS that non-Malays have long fought and sacrificed for the nation alongside their Malay counterparts, and that their rights are clearly guaranteed under the Federal Constitution.
Zaharudin had courted controversy when he uploaded a Facebook post which had included a photo of Johnny Lim, who was promoted to armed forces lieutenant-general earlier this week. Johnny is the first Malaysian of Chinese descent to attain the three-star rank.
In the caption, he speculated about Malaysia having its first Chinese prime minister in the next 30 to 40 years. The post has since been deleted.
Zaharudin’s post sparked backlash, including from DAP adviser Lim Guan Eng and deputy secretary-general Steven Sim, who accused him of racialising a merit-based military advancement.
The PAS leader doubled down, saying that his post was aimed at raising awareness about the possibility of Malaysia My Second Home visa holders having children in Malaysia, seeking citizenship and even voting in the country.
Zaharudin, the son-in-law of PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang, also claimed to have included Johnny’s photo in his post merely for “decorative purposes”. It was not intended to convey any explicit or implicit message, he said.
Zuhdi came to Zaharudin’s defence, blaming DAP for allegedly “playing on sensitivities” and creating controversy out of the issue.
Syahredzan dismissed Zuhdi’s remarks as baseless, saying the only controversy stemmed from Zaharudin’s “racist undertones” and not from those defending Johnny’s credentials.
He said the issue was not about political rivalry but about acknowledging the accomplishments of a Malaysian who had earned his promotion through merit.
PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan said the post went against the Islamic party’s stance and warned of disciplinary action against members who engaged in insensitive behaviour that undermined national unity and fostered disharmony.
Don’t use religion for political gain, king tells community leaders
Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim says no party should exploit religion for their political interests, spread slander, or incite hatred.
Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim said Islam should serve as a foundation for national governance. (Bernama pic)
KUALA LUMPUR: Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim today issued a stern reminder to community leaders not to use Islam as a political tool for personal interests.
Sultan Ibrahim said Islam should instead serve as a foundation for national governance, based on values, justice and compassion, in line with the principles of shariah, which he said encompass all aspects of life.
“I would like to remind community leaders not to politicise Islam for personal gain. Instead, they should Islamise politics for the good of the nation.
“Islam is a complete and perfect religion that covers every aspect of life. Therefore, no party should exploit religion for their political interests, spread slander, or incite hatred, which in the end will divide society,” he said.
Sultan Ibrahim said this in his address at the national-level Maal Hijrah 1447H/2025M celebration at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre here.
Sultan Ibrahim also said that platforms for dakwah (Islamic preaching) and religious teaching should not be used to promote political agendas, but should remain spaces to strengthen unity and cohesion among the ummah.
He said all parties must respect the Federal Constitution and not spark hostility in the name of race or religion, which could jeopardise national peace.
“The strong unity we enjoy in this country stems from the Federal Constitution, which outlines the values of togetherness, power equity, responsibility, and consensus.
“Let us together safeguard the sanctity of Islam and foster harmonious unity among the ummah, for Islam is a religion of brotherhood and peace,” Sultan Ibrahim said.
He also said that the administration of the country must be guided by Islamic shariah, and not be influenced by secular or liberal ideologies.
What does citizenship have to do with MM2H, Syahredzan asks PAS man
The DAP MP says Zaharudin Muhammad has not shown any remorse over the latter’s Facebook post.
DAP MP Syahredzan Johan (left) said it was absurd for Sungai Buloh PAS chief Zaharudin Muhammad to blame others following backlash over the latter’s Facebook post.
PETALING JAYA: DAP’s Syahredzan Johan has slammed Sungai Buloh PAS chief Zaharudin Muhammad over his continued defence of a Facebook post speculating about Malaysia having a Chinese prime minister in the future.
The Bangi MP questioned Zaharudin’s claim that the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme could lead to foreigners’ children gaining citizenship and voting rights.
“What does citizenship have to do with the MM2H programme?” Syahredzan asked in a Facebook post.
“Does this PAS leader even understand the MM2H policy that has been in place for decades? Is this the quality of PAS leadership? And they aspire to govern the country?”
MM2H is a long-term visa initiative to attract foreigners to live in Malaysia on a semi-permanent basis.
Syahredzan also criticised Zaharudin’s threat to take legal action against DAP deputy secretary-general Steven Sim for criticising the initial Facebook post.
“He (Zaharudin) made a mistake, but others were blamed. No apology, no admission of guilt, no remorse, but he wants to sue others,” Syahredzan said.
“PAS leaders should realise that Malaysia is a multiracial country and belongs to all. Our unity must be defended and celebrated.”
In his initial post, Zaharudin had speculated that Malaysia might see its first prime minister of Chinese descent in the next 30 to 40 years, using a screenshot of a news report of lieutenant-general Johnny Lim’s promotion “just for illustration”.
The post was widely criticised and later deleted, with Zaharudin saying it had been “taken out of context”.
Sim called for Zaharudin to be investigated over his post, claiming it was seditious. PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan said the post went against the Islamic party’s stance.
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