A Malaysian politician sparked controversy on Thursday, October 27 by claiming that Singaporeans would migrate to Malaysia for employment if his party won.
He has since emphasized that he did not intend for his statements to offend anyone. His critics had misinterpreted his remarks, he stated.
He meant that Malaysia and Singapore should preserve a mutually beneficial relationship.
Nga Kor Ming said that his remarks on Singaporeans were misinterpreted.
Nga Kor Ming of Pakatan Harapan told 8world News that some political opponents had misconstrued his October 27 address.
He did not intend for his comments to offend Singaporeans. In reality, he underlined the necessity for Malaysia to continue working with Singapore in order to achieve a "win-win" situation.
A stable ringgit, he emphasized, would eliminate the need for residents to rise early to cross the Causeway to Singapore and come home late at night.
A stronger government in Malaysia would also increase the likelihood of residents obtaining higher-paying employment in the country. This will encourage more Singaporeans to seek employment in Malaysia.
A member of the opposition criticizes his words.
Mr. Nga delivered these remarks on October 27 during a charity event in Muar, Johor.
He asserted that his party, Pakatan Harapan, will improve the nation's economy if elected.
It would then strengthen to the point where Singaporeans may seek work in Malaysia instead.
He also cautioned that if the value of the ringgit continued to plummet, the young of Johor could be forced to migrate to Singapore to find employment.
Nicole Wong, the head of Malaysian Chinese Association (MCA) Youth, criticized Mr. Nga's views, according to Lianhe Zaobao.
She criticized his aggressive behavior and noted that his party had failed to fulfill its political promises since the last general election.
As a result, Ms. Wong accused them of attempting to confuse and mislead voters with their remarks.
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