Mahathir fears Malays will lose out if more Chinese businessmen are allowed in

13 Sept 12:29 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad expressed deep concern that an influx of successful Chinese traders and entrepreneurs would economically displace Malays and Bumiputera, leading to loss of land and their place in urban areas.
He emphasized that these new Chinese arrivals, unlike previous generations, are already accomplished businesspeople, making it extremely difficult for local Malays to compete effectively.
Economic Affairs Minister Azmin Ali reinforced these fears, specifically highlighting the Forest City development project as a potential catalyst for a large-scale influx of 700,000 Chinese nationals due to its lopsided terms and minimal local economic benefits.

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