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Sanusi's remarks inappropriate for multiracial Malaysia, says Chang

Malaysia Times desk Original: New Straits Times 7/27 12:53 X
Sanusi's remarks inappropriate for multiracial Malaysia, says Chang
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PETALING JAYA: Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor's remarks regarding "Tanah Melayu" have been described as inappropriate and ill-suited to Malaysia's multicultural society.

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Parti Keadilan Rakyat vice-president Datuk Chang Lih Kang said that although such remarks were made during an election campaign, all parties should exercise greater caution and be mindful of public sensitivities, as the comments could offend different communities.

"I don't think such remarks are appropriate.

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New Straits Times
Originally published
Jul 27, 2026
Updated here
Aug 15, 2026
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