KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 8 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged the younger generation not to merely remember the late Tun Abdul Razak Hussein as a historical figure, but instead to rekindle the torch of his struggle and ideas in confronting the challenges of nation-building.
Anwar said efforts to honour the contributions of the country’s second Prime Minister must be accompanied by a deep understanding of his ideas, thinking and values, so that these can serve as key guides in addressing current challenges.
He stressed that figures such as Tun Abdul Razak should not be viewed merely as part of the historical record, as his ideas and struggles continue to hold value and relevance for generations today and in the future.
“This figure was no ordinary person, and he did not come and go as a simple historical tale. That is why it is our responsibility to keep the flame of his struggle burning brighter.
“Remembering a statesman is no easy task. It can uncover history, inspire a longing for change, rekindle a sense of what is right to serve as lessons and guidance. Not to bury the ashes of the dead, but to rekindle its flame,” he said when delivering a speech at the Remembering Statesman Tun Abdul Razak: “Architect of Nation-Building” programme at the Tun Abdul Razak Memorial here today.
Also present were Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil and National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang.
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Date: 8 September, 2026 1:07 pm
Source: Malay Mail
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