Multiculturalism has been forged in our history, and while politicians may fudge the plot sometimes, its spirit lives on in the hearts of the people.
AT a time when the political air is filled with a toxic race and religion narrative, the recent message from Perak’s Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah is most timely and appropriate.
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Wong Chun Wai
Wong Chun Wai began his career as a journalist in Penang, and has served The Star for over 35 years in various capacities and roles. He is now group editorial and corporate affairs adviser to the group, after having served as group managing director/chief executive officer. On The Beat made its debut on Feb 23 1997 and Chun Wai has penned the column weekly without a break, except for the occasional press holiday when the paper was not published. In May 2011, a compilation of selected articles of On The Beat was published as a book and launched in conjunction with his 50th birthday. Chun Wai also comments on current issues in The Star.
