Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (also Minister of Finance) attended the "Anwar Dialogue with Students and Faculty of Kuala Kangsar Malay College" event today. Responding to student questions, he publicly criticized some Western powers for applying double standards in international affairs, accusing them of hypocrisy by claiming to be "human rights teachers" while remaining silent on various atrocities.
Anwar pointed out that even those with top-tier knowledge in science and technology, without moral principles, ethical bottom lines, and humanitarian spirit, ultimately cannot benefit society. "The world is never short of intelligent people. They can develop the most advanced technologies, aircraft, and weapons, yet they readily launch devastating wars, committing killings, atrocities, and aggression, even unscrupulously seizing other countries' territories."
He cited recent international events as an example, stating that Israel easily launches attacks and receives support, while the international community mostly chooses to remain silent, highlighting the strength of Western influence. “I often tell my friends and young people how fortunate Malaysia is to be one of the few countries that still upholds the spirit of freedom and dares to point out that these attacks are barbaric, rude, and inhumane.”
Regarding the responsibility of leaders, Anwar stated that one of the core reasons for the loss of public confidence lies in the lack of trust in the system and political leaders, which is closely related to the hypocrisy of some leaders. “The most striking example is that some international leaders advocate peace but then attack other countries; they talk about human rights above all else but turn a blind eye to the daily deaths of civilians and children—this is extreme contradiction and hypocrisy.”
He emphasized that if political leaders present such a hypocritical image, the people will naturally find it difficult to feel at ease. Therefore, the nation must maintain a firm commitment to reform, and leaders must uphold moral principles and integrity.
This speech stemmed from a student's question: How should leaders uphold moral principles and integrity when facing political pressure, partisan interests, and practical considerations? (End)
