PH rep urges Selangor govt to reconsider Noorazli’s state post

Selangor Pakatan Harapan information chief Abbas Azmi has urged the state government to reconsider Umno leader Noorazli Said’s appointment as the Dengkil constituency coordinator. This comes after Noorazli made controversial remarks about the Catholic clergy at the Umno general assembly, which Abbas believes lack understanding of religious sensitivities in Malaysia’s diverse society.

Abbas cited Quranic verses that call for mutual respect and cautioned against insulting others' beliefs, arguing that such statements could cause discomfort and unease within society. He urged Selangor Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari and other senior leaders to take the matter seriously and act to maintain harmony and unity in the state.

Abbas’ call follows national unity minister Aaron Ago Dagang’s urging for an investigation of Noorazli’s remarks under relevant Penal Code sections and provisions of the Communications and Multimedia Act. Noorazli had initially apologized for his remarks but later amended his statement, acknowledging the offense caused. A police report has also been filed against him, and several Umno officials have called for his apology.