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http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asiapacific/red-shirt-rally-to-go/2125078.html KUALA LUMPUR: A"red shirt" rally that has sparked fears of ethnic clashes is expected to go ahead on Wednesday (Sep 16) amid a high police presence, after organisers confirmed a venue. The National Silat Federation (Pesaka) received the green light from the Kuala Lumpur City Council to hold the "anti-Bersih" Himpunan Rakyat Bersatu (United Citzens Rally) at Padang Merbok on Malaysia Day, a day to mark the formation of the Malaysian federation in 1963. Some 250 Malay NGOs pledged support for the rally, which they said was aimed at countering last month's Bersih protest, where tens of thousands hit the streets of Kuala Lumpur calling for institutional reform and the resignation of Prime Minister Najib Razak. Malay groups said the rally disrespected Malay leaders and ethnic Malays, who make up the majority of the population in peninsular Malaysia, and they want to teach minority "Chinese from opposition party DAP" a lesson. Malaysia's Inspector General of Police Khalid Abu Bakar said that the rally's organisers have complied with legal requirements so it is permitted to go ahead but there will be a high police presence to ensure public safety and order. Messages have been circulating on social media and messaging services warning non-Malays to stay away from the city centre over fears of ethnic clashes. But the police chief said the public should not worry as authorities will be on standby and will be monitoring the speeches for seditious content. "We are capable of ensuring security and safety ... Don't believe the messages circulating that Chinese shouldn't come out," said Khalid. "To me, these are the actions of people who want to purposely create fear among ethnic groups." Last week, Prime Minister Najib acknowledged that some leaders and members of his party UMNO planned to participate in the rally, though they were not organising it. He said UMNO did not support anything of a racist nature but he would not be directing members to not participate. Malay solidarity aside, many say they are attending the rally to show support for their prime minister, and other UMNO leaders. Najib continues to be plagued by allegations of corruption, despite his repeated denials. No charges have been brought against him so far. Now, a 2006 murder scandal he was linked to in the past has resurfaced. The Prime Minister says a recent current affairs programme about the murder of the Mongolian translator Altantuya is yet another step in a plot to oust him from government. Malaysia's police chief agrees, as was seen in his heated exchange at a news conference on Monday with a journalist from Al Jazeera which produced the programme. "You are trying to confuse the people, you are trying to create something else from nothing ... Whatever it is, we are commencing our investigation on Al Jazeera," said Khalid. This was not the first time Malaysia has linked the media to a plot to discredit Najib. In July, the Prime Minister threatened to sue the Wall Street Journal, and the government also blocked access to the Sarawak Report website after both news outlets published allegations that some US$700 million had been channelled into his personal bank accounts in 2013. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For all intending to drive up North during this period, please be extra careful of the situation developing in Malaysia.

Lots of action in Kuala Lumpur. Makes our lives feel boring? Joke. Much happier with peace and stability. Some video clips. Crowd chanting. Cute placard.

Yo folks received flyer that msian are having "Duduk Bantah aka sit down n protest" at Dataran Bandaraya JB frm 2pm-4pm hence pls take note & take care.

Those who like V for Vendetta will like this. But this is happening right now at KL. 2pm, July 9th, Stadium MERDEKA: Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR - Concerns in the occurrence of a racial riot in the Bersih 2.0 assembly is increasing tremendously in the remaining 48 hours before it is held. Although it is participated by various races in a same group (Bersih), however history has shown how a situation is capable to become racial as a result of actions by interested parties who want to see mayhem in this country. Relating his experience during May 13 1969, Ex-Servicemen Association of Malaysia (PBTM) chairman, Datuk Muhammad Abdul Ghani said, his party is disconcert there are parties of communist ideology ‘netting in muddy waters’ this Saturday. “I still remember there were Chinese people who blew up a petrol station owned by a Chinese entrepreneur, in the end the Malays were accused and from there a racial riot started although eventually the truth surfaced, however it was too late,” he said when contacted by mynewshub.my. What is more concerning is when there are parties identified as still having communist ideology and enthusiasm in this country, although the leftward armed force have laid weapons long ago. “It is feared they will use this Bersih assembly for personal purposes, in an uncontrolled and free situation which could cause one party or race to feel angry and retaliate until it triggers tension,” he explained. Commenting further, he said, sometimes sincere intentions by some parties for everyone’s benefits will be sabotage by other parties especially from outside to succeed their personal agenda. Hence, he ask all parties involved in the assembly to take preventive action as best as possible so the same event would not reoccur. FROM http://mynewshub.my/2011/07/07/bersih-2-0-...xposed-to-risk/