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Malaysia's community mediation programme has successfully resolved 1,273 disputes between 2017 and 2025, supported by 595 certified mediators working across 10 centres nationwide, offering free services to settle conflicts without court intervention.
National Unity Advocate Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye has criticised recent divisive political remarks that suggest non-Malay communities should look abroad, warning that such rhetoric threatens Malaysia's social cohesion and shared national identity.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged that the government remains receptive to youth concerns whilst calling for young Malaysians to turn away from divisive ideologies and participate constructively with government institutions.
Sultan Nazrin Shah has emphasized that social cohesion matters more than military defences for national security. Speaking at an Islamic thought conference in Ipoh, he warned against exploiting religion for political gain and called for inclusive education.
Four primary school pupils in Singapore's Lengkok Bahru estate have formed a neighbourhood patrol team that tackles littering, fire hazards, and community issues. Their efforts—including a tragic discovery—have earned them an invitation to participate in the National Day Parade.
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Malaysia's National Unity Index for 2025 has climbed to 0.701, classified as moderately high, marking steady progress from 0.567 in 2018 and 0.629 in 2022, with officials emphasising the role of youth in maintaining harmony.
Malaysia's Department of National Unity is developing a Community Tension Index to measure social cohesion and address racial, religious and royalty sensitivities. The initiative aims to provide early intervention strategies amid rising digital-sphere threats to harmony.