KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- Datuk
Seri Najib Tun Razak said democracy should be managed wisely and
effectively to enable the country and the people to enjoy sustainable
development.
He reminded the people not to allow anyone to exploit and manipulate democracy for this could lead them to the brink of destruction.
"Democracy must be protected and used wisely as a means of choosing leaders who are really capable and with quality.
"Otherwise, the future of the nation and the people will be shrouded in darkness. This is often voiced out by (former prime minister) Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad," he said at the Gala Dinner "Tun Dr Mahathir: Famous Legacy" here tonight.
Najib's speech was read Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Tan Sri Nor Mohamed Yakcob.
The dinner was held in conjunction with the Thoughts of Tun Dr Mahathir Convention which also saw the launch of the Mahathir Distinguished Fellowship Programme.
He reminded the people not to allow anyone to exploit and manipulate democracy for this could lead them to the brink of destruction.
"Democracy must be protected and used wisely as a means of choosing leaders who are really capable and with quality.
"Otherwise, the future of the nation and the people will be shrouded in darkness. This is often voiced out by (former prime minister) Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad," he said at the Gala Dinner "Tun Dr Mahathir: Famous Legacy" here tonight.
Najib's speech was read Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Tan Sri Nor Mohamed Yakcob.
The dinner was held in conjunction with the Thoughts of Tun Dr Mahathir Convention which also saw the launch of the Mahathir Distinguished Fellowship Programme.
