00:00 PAS wishes all Christians in Malaysia a Merry Christmas.
00:08 PAS Secretary-General Taki Yudin Hassan said the Islamic Party hopes that the festivities
00:13 would be celebrated in a safe and harmonious environment and would pave the way for better
00:19 and meaningful days ahead.
00:21 He said, "The harmonious and festive celebration of various religious or cultural events reflects
00:27 the country's culture of gentleness, tolerance and mutual respect.
00:32 The multi-ethnic and multi-racial society must be defended from any inclinations that
00:37 may weaken the practice of such qualities," he said.
00:42 He believed that diversity in the country must be nurtured, adding that PAS is open
00:46 to such diversity as it is the core of Islamic teachings, which embraces bonds with people
00:52 of all races, cultures and religions.
00:56 The party received backlash in 2018 when PAS Youth Chief Khalil Hadi said Christmas, which
01:03 celebrates the birth of Jesus, was contrary to Islamic teachings.
01:07 (upbeat music)
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