Perikatan Nasional chairman Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar has described Gerakan as an important bridge between the coalition and the Chinese community.
Speaking at Gerakan’s 58th anniversary convention at the party headquarters here today, the opposition leader said Malaysia’s political landscape requires the party to play a stronger role in maintaining political balance.
He said Gerakan has an important responsibility in fostering understanding between Perikatan Nasional and the Chinese community.
Gerakan’s moderate role remains relevant
Samsuri said Gerakan’s 58-year journey was not merely a historical milestone, but also reflected a mature and moderate political approach that continues to remain relevant today.
He said the party should continue carrying a moderate and rational voice within the country’s political landscape.
According to him, Malaysia’s diversity should be regarded as a national strength, and no citizen should be marginalised because of race, religion or political affiliation.
“We must be fair regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, or background,” he said, adding that assistance should be extended to those who are entitled to receive it.
Call for solutions over slogans
Earlier, Gerakan president Dominic Lau echoed similar sentiments, saying moderation remained the best path for the party.
Lau said many Malaysians were becoming increasingly frustrated with political promises that remain unfulfilled, and stressed the need for Gerakan to reposition itself as a solution-oriented political force for a moderate and plural society.
“People are tired of political slogans. They are tired of promises that cannot be fulfilled. They want solutions. They want action,” he said.
Strengthening political balance
Samsuri also stressed that fairness and inclusivity should remain central in national governance, regardless of differences in ethnicity, religion or political background.
He said the country’s multicultural makeup should continue to be embraced as a source of strength in shaping a more balanced and stable political environment.
