The real meaning of Merdeka


Freedom and independence: August is a good time to remember how our foremothers and fathers fought hard to regain the right to determine the course of our country for ourselves.

As we celebrate our 63rd National Day, we need to take heed of the colonialisation cloaked in local colours still prevalent around us.

IT’S our 63rd Merdeka tomorrow and as is my habit every year, it turns my mind to thinking about this word “Merdeka”. In English, it is often translated as either “independence” or “freedom”.

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