Fostering national unity 05 Apr 2021 / 17:42 H.
In the 1960s the bumiputra term and the bumiputra/non-bumiputra dichotomy construct emerged as political constructs and subsequently metamorphosed into policy constructs.
Not only have the constructs remained unchallenged but they have become enduring “truths” conditioning the thinking and impacting the lives of an entire generation of Malaysians.
The initial raison d’etre behind the construct by the nation’s political and policy leadership was to create a new political taxonomy to manage and control the political-administrative working and socio-economic development of the country and to prioritise Malay interests.
Evidence indicates that this strategy has succeeded in many respects.
The Ruler of Johor has expressed his wish to personally drive investments into the state as manufacturers worldwide prepare to step up production again in a post-Covid-19 era
The Ruler of Johor has expressed his wish to personally drive investments into the state as manufacturers worldwide prepare to step up production again in a post-Covid-19 era
JOHOR BARU: The Yayasan Sultan Iskandar will continue to provide food packages to the needy on a daily basis, particularly those who have been affected by Covid-19.
Sultan Ibrahim Ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar said the foundation would continue to provide such support in every district of the state.
“This is the only foundation with not a single staff, with every sen going to help the poor, ” he said.
Yayasan Sultan Iskandar not only helped the poor but also provided aid during natural disasters and even provided funds for education.
The current Ruler, Sultan Ibrahim, has his own foundation that provides education and welfare aid, scholarships to needy students, as well as medical aid for senior citizens and the disabled.