{
  "id": 16411455,
  "title": "Sultan of Selangor warns racial, religious politicking can threaten state’s stability",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/sultan-of-selangor-warns-racial-religious-politicking-can-threaten",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-25T01:53:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Vibes",
    "slug": "the-vibes",
    "url": "https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/128752/sultan-of-selangor-warns-racial-religious-politicking-can-threaten-states-stability"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "His Royal Highness, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has cautioned politicians against using racial and religious issues for political gain, warning that such tactics could jeopardize the stability and harmony that form the foundation of Selangor's economic prosperity. In a special interview celebrating his silver jubilee, the Sultan urged politicians to prioritize public welfare, economic growth, and unity, rather than engaging in excessive politicking. He expressed frustration, saying, \"Like the people, I am fed up,\" and stressed that there is no place for politics that exploits race and religion or that draws the royal institution into political disputes.\n\nThe Sultan emphasized that irresponsible statements can spread rapidly through social media, intensifying emotions, deepening mistrust, and causing unnecessary tensions. While acknowledging the politicians' right to debate policies, express differing views, and compete for public support, he stressed that political rivalry should not come at the expense of racial harmony or interfaith understanding. Sultan Sharafuddin affirmed Selangor's stability and inclusiveness as key factors in attracting investors.\n\nFurthermore, the Sultan expressed disappointment over the mismanagement of the Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) and stressed the importance of accountability and responsibility in managing funds entrusted for religious purposes. He reminded leaders to uphold the Federal Constitution, respect Islam's position as the religion of the Federation, and protect the rights of other religious communities to practice their faiths peacefully.",
  "summary": "POLITICIANS must stop exploiting racial and religious issues for political gain as such tactics risk undermining the harmony and stability that underpin Selangor’s economic success, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah has warned. His Royal Highness said th...",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 4,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Institusi beraja kekal tonggak kestabilan, titah Sultan Selangor",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/institusi-beraja-kekal-tonggak-kestabilan-titah-sultan-selangor",
        "published": "2026-10-24T02:15:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "Sultan Sharafuddin wants no Selangor resident left behind amid state's progress",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/sultan-sharafuddin-wants-no-selangor-resident-left-behind-amid-states",
        "published": "2026-10-24T07:37:31.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Selangor Sultan graces Royal Tea Reception in conjunction with Silver Jubilee celebration",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/selangor-sultan-graces-royal-tea-reception-in-conjunction-with-silver",
        "published": "2026-10-24T11:46:58.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}