Muslim world experiencing trust deficit, says Anwar

ALOR SETAR: The Muslim world is seen to be experiencing a trust deficit, where values of integrity, sacrifice and contribution are often overshadowed by self-interest and material accumulation, says Datuk Seri Anway Ibrahim.

The Prime Minister said that certain leaders in the Muslim world talk about struggle, sacrifice and contribution, yet they accumulate wealth beyond their means.

“They don’t set a good example. Yes, they have knowledge. Yes, they have some level of competence, but no values. There’s a trust deficit. You see, in the multilateral system, they don’t care about rules.

“We see in Asean, which I happened to chair this year. I was in Vietnam yesterday, and we were talking about the cornerstone of progress, which is rule-based. Who cares about rule-based now?

“If they follow the rules, they will not be plundering and exploiting the occupation and dehumanisation of Gaza, Palestine,” he said at the meet-and-greet session with the students of Albukhary International University (AIU) here on Thursday (Feb 27).

Menteri Besar Kedah Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor and AIU vice-chancellor and president Prof Datuk Dr Mohd Salleh Jaafar were also present.

The Prime Minister said it is a major challenge for young people today to develop a strong sense of conviction and purpose in their studies and personal growth to affect change in society, country and the international community.

“That is and must be our driving message,” he said. – Bernama