THE National Unity Government Convention 2023 is proof that the unity government is solid, stable and functional, Pakatan Harapan secretary-general Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said.

He said nearly six months after the government was formed, all parties in the government did not look back but continued to move forward and together build the nation.

In addition, he said, the basis of unity instilled by the government was also very clear in the context of a multiracial country.

“After this convention, we bring back a confidence that this is a solid, stable and functional government. The basis of unity between Malays and non-Malays, Muslims and non-Muslims is also obvious, which is to preserve and protect common interests.

“(It’s our) common interests that bind us all, for example, contributing to political stability, prospering the economy and maintaining national security,” he said at the Bicara Rakyat session at the convention.

The convention, which brought together 19 political parties that form the government, was held at Dewan Merdeka, World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur today.

Meanwhile, at the same session, Barisan Nasional secretary-general Dr Zambry Abd Kadir said the formation of the unity government was historic as it brought together different political parties to form a stable administration.

In line with the concept of Malaysia Madani, he also outlined five proposals to move forward for the nation’s sake.

“Firstly, we must find common ground and not differences. Use this stage (convention) to find similarities. Secondly, we must collaborate and not be confrontational for a better country. Thirdly, (practise) kindness and not hatred.

“Fourthly, all parties must share power and not be power crazy. Lastly, work wisely instead of being emotional,” he said. – Bernama, May 14, 2023.