Government appreciates NGOs, says Najib

Warm welcome: Najib shaking hands with NGO representatives during the Hari Raya function in Putrajaya. — Bernama

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said the Government always appreciates and recognises the role and contributions of NGOs in developing the country.

As an open and rational government, he said it always heard the voice, views and ideas that were constructive from NGOs in the interest of the people and nation.

“In the latest political landscape following the process of globalisation and advances in information and communications technology and the like, the role played by NGOs has never been more important.

“As such, as a government, besides getting support from political bodies and various institutions, we cannot ignore the role played by NGOs in the country.

“My message is, the recognition of NGOs in the context of nation building cannot be understated. The voice and role of NGOs are growing more important by the day.

“It is only right that we give due space and opportunities so the role of NGOs will be taken into consideration by the Government,” he said at a Hari Raya function with Malay NGOs at his official residence here yesterday.