MUAR: Police are investigating an incident where Chinese flags were on display during a cultural event here.
Muar OCPD Asst Comm Raiz Mukhliz Azman Aziz said the incident occurred at around 6.10pm on Saturday (Jan 18) during a cultural and arts procession held in conjunction with the 20th anniversary of the Muar Tiong Hua Associations Federation.
“During the procession, a lion dance performance was held and a dragon replica, claimed to be the longest in Malaysia, was paraded through several main streets in Muar.
“Based on observations made by police monitoring the procession, the dragon replica was decorated with the Jalur Gemilang on the right side and the Chinese flag on the left side,” he said in a statement on Sunday (Jan 19).
ACP Raiz Mukhliz was responding to videos and photos circulating on social media showing one side of the dragon replica, displaying the Chinese flag.
He added that the police have opened an investigation paper on the incident.
“The event organiser and eyewitnesses have been summoned to provide statements to assist in the investigation,” he said.
The case is being investigated under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code, Section 6(2) of the Peaceful Assembly Act 2012, and Section 3(1) of the Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act 1949.
Recently, police have begun investigating an alleged display of Chinese flags at a cultural event in our community. The event, which was meant to celebrate diversity and unity, has sparked controversy and raised concerns about potential political motivations behind the display.
Many community members have expressed their shock and disappointment at the sight of Chinese flags being prominently showcased at a cultural event that was supposed to be inclusive and welcoming to all. Some have speculated that the display may have been orchestrated by individuals with ties to the Chinese government, while others believe it may have been a misguided attempt to promote cultural exchange.
The police investigation is ongoing, and authorities are looking into the circumstances surrounding the display of the Chinese flags. As the community waits for more information to come to light, it is important to remember the importance of respecting different cultures and upholding the values of inclusivity and diversity.
We will continue to provide updates on this developing story as more information becomes available. In the meantime, we encourage all community members to engage in thoughtful and respectful conversations about the incident and to remain open-minded towards different perspectives.
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