Racism in Malaysia
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Malaysia is a multi-ethnic country, with a predominately Muslim population. Accusations of racism stem from racial preferences embodied within the social and economic policy of the Malaysian government, as well as broader tensions between various ethnic groups. The concept of Ketuanan Melayu or Malay supremacy is accepted in the political sphere by many Malays. Discrimination is widespread, publicly displayed and accepted, ranging from implied ethnic supremacy to religious intolerance. Charging non-Malays more for services is very common.
While 179 countries have ratified the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD), Malaysia is not one of them. The Pakatan Harapan government that replaced Barisan Nasional in 2018 had indicated a readiness to ratify ICERD, but has yet to do so due to the convention's conflict with the Malaysian constitution and the race and religious norms in Malaysia established since its independence.[1][2]
See also
- 2001 Kampung Medan riots
- Article 153 of the Constitution of Malaysia
- Hindu Rights Action Force
- Ketuanan Melayu
- Perkasa
- Racial politics in Malaysia
References
- ^ Norshahril Saat (16 December 2018). "Commentary: Malaysia's anti-ICERD rally a reality check for Pakatan Harapan". Channel NewsAsia.
- ^ Bernama (11 November 2018). "Muhyiddin: No constitutional breach with Icerd ratification". malaysiakini.
articles:
James Chin, The Malaysian Chinese Dilemma: The Never Ending Policy (NEP), Chinese Southern Studies (2008)
