MY SAY: Why is unity so hard to forge?

Abd Razak, Dzulkifli (2009) MY SAY: Why is unity so hard to forge? The Edge Malaysia.

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Abstract

Any hint of a merger or possible "unity talk" will invariably invite a variety of responses. More so because unity is Malaysia's mantra, well embossed on the nation's coat of arms: Bersekutu Bertambah Mutu, though not much attention is given to it. Today, the choice seems to be the more trendy Rukunegara or a myriad of other catchy slogans. So is this why unity is so hard to forge? Perhaps. In essence, unity has lost its true meaning as it has become more of a description of convenience for whatever exigencies: political, economic and social. All this excitement about forming a unity government is like the durianinspired muhibbah gatherings — such meetings have become seasonal. As the durian season becomes more erratic, so have the muhibbah gatherings — now they are almost unheard of. After a while, people become more sceptical and give unity a bad name. Increasingly, many would prefer to enjoy durians by themselves, without having to strike up small conversation for the sake of unity.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BJ Ethics > BJ1-2195 Ethics. Social Usages. Etiquette
Divisions: Koleksi Naib Canselor (Vice Chancellor Collection) > Profesor Tan Sri Dato' Dzulkifli Abdul Razak > Newspaper Clippings
Depositing User: Mr Noorazilan Noordin
Date Deposited: 04 Apr 2017 07:52
Last Modified: 04 Apr 2017 07:52
URI: http://eprints.usm.my/id/eprint/32779

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