Pusat KOMAS held a constructive meeting with the Speaker of the Dewan Rakyat, YB Tan Sri Dato’ (Dr.) Johari bin Abdul, and a delegation appointed by the Speaker to attend the meeting. Pusat Komas presented its findings of the Malaysia Racism Report 2025 on Monday, 13...
Pusat KOMAS today officially launched the Malaysia Racism Report 2025, marking the 11th consecutive year of documenting and analysing incidents of racism and racial discrimination across the country. The report presents critical findings that highlight persistent...
We, the undersigned civil society organisations and individuals, strongly condemn and question the justification behind the actions of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) and the Madani Government in commencing investigations against several activists, academics, and...
Pusat KOMAS strongly condemns UMNO Youth Chief Datuk Dr. Akmal Salleh’s recent vow to “fight DAP to the very end” during his speech at UMNO Youth General Assembly yesterday. This statement is a blatant political posturing that inevitably casts Malaysia’s non-Malay communities as targets. By framing his resignation as Melaka state executive councillor (EXCO) but staying as UMNO Youth Chief citing the decision was made after discussion with the party higher-ups, Datuk Dr. Akmal is essentially...
Think Centre, FORUM-ASIA, SUARAM and Pusat Komas | 26 September 2025 Today, Think Centre, FORUM-ASIA, SUARAM and Pusat Komas jointly express our deep regret and strong condemnation of the execution of Malaysian national Mr. Datchinamurthy Kataiah at Changi Prison, Singapore. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of Mr. Datchinamurthy. In the early hours of 25 September, his family received notification that the execution was on hold pending further information after...
PETALING JAYA, 26 JUNE 2025 - Pusat KOMAS applauds the Malaysian Armed Forces for carrying out appointments and promotions in a professional manner. This should also serve as a model for the entire civil service in Malaysia. We also congratulate Lt Gen Johnny Lim Eng Seng on his historic and well-deserved promotion, which represents a powerful reflection of what a meritocratic Malaysia would look like. Unfortunately, this moment of pride has been used as a tool to politicize and racialize the...
PETALING JAYA, 21/3/2024 - On this International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, Pusat KOMAS calls for urgent action to dismantle racism and racial discrimination in Malaysia. In Malaysia, racial discrimination remains a deeply rooted issue, affecting policies, institutions, and daily interactions. From rhetoric in politics to the lack of policies addressing discrimination and hate speech, racism continues to undermine social cohesion. With that said, this is why Pusat KOMAS...
Pusat KOMAS expresses its disappointment over the recent actions of ERA FM DJs, whose insensitive mimicry of sacred customs related to the Hindu festival, Thaipusam, has caused distress among Malaysians. This incident underscores the urgent need for greater cultural and religious sensitivity in our diverse society. While we acknowledge the public apology issued by Azad Jasmin, Nabil Ahmad and Radin Amir Affendy, this is not an isolated incident. Time and time again, we have witnessed public...
On the 3rd February, a delegation of 15 CSO leaders led by Convening Chair Jerald Joseph of Asean Peoples @Asean2025 (ASEAN Peoples) met the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dato’ Sri Amran Mohamed Zin accepted the “Advisory Paper to the Chairperson of ASEAN and our Prime Minister of Malaysia, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim”. The delegation had a good discussion and submitted our Advisory note to Chair of ASEAN. The ASEAN Peoples extends its congratulations to the Malaysian...
Pusat KOMAS strongly condemns the planned rally by PAS and Bersatu Youth, targeting Ministers YB Nga Kor Ming and YB Hannah Yeoh. The rally, citing the recent organising of a Christmas event at the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) and the allegations of Christian proselytization in YB Hannah Yeoh’s autobiography, reflects an alarming attempt to politicize religious and cultural diversity in Malaysia. YB Hannah Yeoh’s autobiography, a personal account of her faith, has been...
Pusat KOMAS strongly condemns the escalation of rhetoric regarding the Christmas celebrations held by the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT). The escalation of inflammatory statements from PAS Youth Communications Chief Khairul Nadzir and PAS Secretary-General Takiyuddin Hassan has detracted from the values of unity and mutual respect that Malaysia stands for. The accusations by PAS Youth, which demanded an end to programmes involving Muslims in non-Muslim religious celebrations,...
Petaling Jaya, 9 December 2024 – In conjunction with International Anti-Corruption Day (IACD) on December 9 and Human Rights Day (HRD) on December 10, Pusat KOMAS highlights the urgent need to address corruption and racism as interconnected threats to human rights. These systemic issues pose irreparable harm to the present generation, particularly youth, and jeopardise the future of an inclusive, equitable Malaysia. Corruption is not just an economic or governance issue, it is a human rights...
Pusat Komas expresses deep concern over Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's remarks in Parliament on 28 November 2024, regarding Malaysia’s non-participation in South Africa’s application to initiate proceedings against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The justification, citing Malaysia’s inability to ratify the Rome Statute and the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD), is both disappointing and regressive. While we...