BATU PAHAT: Malaysia’s commitment to fighting terrorism, upholding the teachings of the Sunni school of thought and moderation are the reasons why a Middle Eastern donor contributed RM2.6 billion, said UMNO vice-president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
He said the donor appreciated Malaysia for its seriousness in fighting terrorism.
“I am confirming that the donation was from the Middle East because I saw the documents and met with the chief investment officer of the donor and financial trustee of the family of the donor. I asked why USD700 million was donated to Malaysia.
“I asked why provide assistance to UMNO and Barisan Nasional (BN). He gave three reasons – the first because Malaysia is fully committed to anti-terrorism and Malaysia hadthe Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA), the Penal Code, the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012, as we do not want terrorists to disrupt (the nation),” he said.
Ahmad Zahid who is also Deputy Prime Minister was speaking at the opening of the UMNO Sri Gading division delegates’ meeting here today.-Bernama