Impart Greatness of Malay Empire to Young People - Rais

KL, Malaysia - The greatness of the Malay ancient empire and culture should be imparted to young people in efforts to produce resilient individuals, said Information Communication and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Dr Rais Yatim.

He said young people, including the Malays, must have a strong character in the face of challenges like their forefathers in the previous civilization.

The nation will be crushed and destroyed if modern life produces a generation of weaklings, he said at a dinner in honour of the Jawi Heritage Expedition which had completed its tour of seven Asean countries and China here.

His text of speech was read by Information Communication and Culture Ministry's Music Division secretary Salehuddin Md Salleh.

"Awareness on the greatness of the Malay will go a long way in building a strong and resilient young people who are resolute to come to the defence of the country from threats to its sovereignty," he said.

On that expedition, he said it kept in steps with the ministry's responsibility in upholding heritage and culture.

The 10,000km expedition trailed the Malay heritage in Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, China and Myanmar besides Malaysia for 25 days from May 24.

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