KUALA LUMPUR: Pas has wished Christians in the country a Merry Christmas.
In a statement, Pas secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan extended the holiday greeting on behalf of the Islamic political party.
"Pas wishes all Christian Malaysians a Merry Christmas and hopes that it would be celebrated smoothly in a safe and harmonious environment, paving the way
to better and more meaningful days ahead.
"The harmonious and festive celebration of various religious or cultural events in this country is a manifestation of our culture of gentleness, tolerance and mutual respect that long has been firmly established in our society.
"Thus, it must be defended from any inclinations that may weaken the practice of such qualities, as well as nurtured with the awareness that the existing diversity
is a treasure for Malaysian society which adds value to the quality of our togetherness."
Takiyuddin added that as an Islamic party, Pas embraces diversity as both a cornerstone of Islamic teachings and a defining trait of the society.
"As an Islamic party, Pas celebrates and is always open to such diversity, not only as a special feature of our society but also as the core of Islamic teachings
which embraces such reality in the bonds of our great human family.
"This is inclusive of people of all races, cultures and religions, legally and honourably," he said.