PENAMPANG: The active participation by all parties in organising the state-level Kaamatan Festival which ended yesterday was a clear testament to the strong spirit of unity, harmony and peacefulness among the different ethnics in Sabah, Datuk Seri Musa Haji Aman said.
Officiating at the closing ceremony of the one-month celebration at the Hongkod Koisaan here, the Chief Minister said such spirit must continue to be preserved and strengthened to ensure harmony of races and prosperous development in Sabah.
“Solidarity and unity have allowed the people in Malaysia, in particular Sabah, to continue living in prosperity and peacefulness.”
But he reminded that it should never be taken for granted.
“We must bear in mind that peacefulness and stability is not something that will continue to exist naturally. It must be preserved, nurtured and defended to ensure it remains strong and not destroyed by irresponsible parties,” he said.
Celebrated every year by all ethnics, Musa said the Pesta Kaamatan is among the most important platforms for strengthening the spirit of solidarity among the people in the state.
He said the celebration which was filled with various cultural programmes presented the public with opportunities to know and experience the culture, customs and traditions of the Kadazandusun and Murut (KDM) and therefore promote better understanding between the KDM and other ethnics in the state.
Apart from promoting unity, he said the festival was also in sync with efforts to promote the state tourism sector.
In the meantime, Musa urged the public to attend the national level Kaamatan celebration to be held at Padang Merdeka this Sunday (June 7).
The event is expected to be officiated by Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
“I am confident our presence will not only ensure the success of the event, but will also show the solid unity and strong sense of togetherness among us,” he said.
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