Kuala Lumpur:Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on the younger generation to grasp the core principles of the Federal Constitution, emphasizing the importance of the Malay language, Islam, Bumiputera rights, and the institution of Malay rulers as essential for national unity and stability.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Anwar stated that these constitutional principles are fixed and non-negotiable, urging young people to reject divisive racial narratives that could harm the nation. He highlighted the wisdom of the country's founders, such as the late Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj, in establishing a foundation for unity through the Constitution.

During the Temu Anwar Bersama Wira Muda Negara @ PLKN 3.0 programme, Anwar addressed trainees from the National Service Training Programme (PLKN), marking his first engagement with the scheme since its reintroduction. He emphasized the need for mutual respect and appreciation of Malaysia's diverse religious and ethnic landscape to build a strong nation.

The Prime Minister also warned against the dangers of corruption and a permissive attitude towards it, which he noted could lead to national decline. He mentioned that the PLKN has been enhanced through partnerships with the Malaysian Armed Forces and the Royal Malaysia Police to foster idealism, discipline, and integrity among the youth.

Anwar cited historical examples of countries that have faltered due to corrupt leadership and stressed that programmes like PLKN aim to instill a sense of purpose and the importance of safeguarding the nation through principled leadership.