MALAYSIAN TOLERANCE IN HARMONIZING CULTURAL DIVERSITY IN MALAYSIA

This article discusses the nature of Malay tolerance that harmonises the development of Malay civilization in Malaysia. The objective of this study is to identify aspects that highlight the nature of tolerance of the Malays in giving, receiving and sharing the homeland with other races, especially with the Chinese and Indians. Among the issues focused on the construction of the pluralistic society relations in Malaysia are related to political claims and Alliance party, recognition of citizenship status and Article 153 of the Federal Constitution of Malaysia. The study used the library research method with historical approach. The findings show that the tolerance of the Malays has succeeded in establishing a pluralistic society, harmonising the relations between various ethnicities and prospering the lives of all Malaysians. This history is important for Malaysians to know and appreciate for the sake of boosting economic development and stabilising today’s and future politics.