MCA slams DAP MP for stirring the pot over PAS’s gambling stance
Chong Sin Woon says PAS leaders’ views should not be treated as government policy, while Mike Chong says policy changes must be decided collectively.
Two MCA leaders have responded to DAP’s Kampar MP Chong Zhemin for bringing up the gambling issue raised by PAS. MCA secretary-general Chong Sin Woon said Zhemin had a habit of “always picking fights with MCA”. He urged Zhemin to examine himself before criticizing MCA regarding statements from PAS, as DAP had collaborated with the Islamic party three times.
Sin Woon also stated that any changes in federal policy would require approval from the Cabinet, not just the views of a single party or leader. Youth deputy chief Mike Chong advised that comments by PAS leaders should be evaluated in a mature manner. He emphasized that religious beliefs do not automatically translate into national policy, and any changes in national policy should be discussed collectively, considering the Federal Constitution, existing laws, community interests, and public opinion.
Mike questioned why Zhemin had directed his query specifically at MCA and MIC, pointing out that the views of a PAS leader do not automatically become government policy.
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