Kuala lumpur: The MADANI government is steadfast in its commitment to uphold the principles of the Federal Constitution, which guarantees freedom of speech for Malaysians, according to Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. Saifuddin emphasized that because of this constitutional commitment, the ministry did not prioritize the assembly held in the capital today.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Saifuddin Nasution stated, “When the court says there’s no need to notify the police, we go along with it.” He then posed a critical question to the opposition regarding their respect for democratic principles, questioning whether they intend to act within or outside the parliamentary framework.

Speaking to reporters after the opening of the Kedah Contingent Children Interview Centre (CIC), which was attended by Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay and Home Ministry Secretary-General Datuk Awang Alik Jeman, Saifuddin underscored the ineffectiveness of making demands outside Parliament through assemblies.

“In Parliament, the Prime Minister has fully opened up opportunities, allowing the opposition to table a motion of no confidence,” he noted. Saifuddin highlighted that the Prime Minister even prioritized the opposition’s motion, ready to postpone government business for it, yet Parliament sessions have remained quiet over five days.

Saifuddin urged the opposition to engage in the democratic process through Parliament if they aim to challenge the government, rather than creating disturbances outside. He questioned whether the opposition’s actions were intended to uphold democratic principles or merely to foster unease.

Saifuddin concluded by questioning the opposition’s motives in potentially sending negative signals to prospective investors at a time when the economy is showing signs of improvement.