Sabahans told to reflect on today’s peace, harmony

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Chief Minsiter Datuk Seri Musa Aman has called on the people to reflect on the peace and harmony enjoyed by the country that has enabled the people to come together in festive celebrations.
He said this was due to the diligence of past leaders to make sure there would be a better future for their children and grandchildren despite the odds stacked against them.
“I strongly believe what we have today is the future that they envisaged for us.
“They put their differences aside to grow the economy and to achieve independence.
“We must learn from history and not let their sacrifices be in vain,” he said in his Christmas message, here, yesterday.
Musa also reminded the people not to allow themselves be victims of negative sentiments that could destroy the country’s peace and stability.
He said the nation could lose out on opportunities that could spur success if there was no sense of unity that had been put in place by Malaysia’s forefathers.
“Investors are always attracted by nations that are not only politically stable, but which also practises good race relations,” he said.
In celebrating Christmas today, Musa asked the people not to forget the less fortunate by lending a helping hand to make the occasion merrier.
“Kind-hearted people take time off their hectic schedule to share the Christmas joy in line with our pledge to be a society that cares for all,” he said. — Bernama