Wong Tack apologises for 'burn Lynas' remarks

After having ignited a controversy over the past few days, Himpunan Hijau leader Wong Tack has yesterday conceded that he was wrong to threaten to burn down the Lynas rare earth refinery plant.

Speaking at a ceramah in Kuantan last night, Wong said that his statement had a bad influence on the younger generation, hence he would “bow 90 degrees twice” and offered an unreserved apology to all Malaysians.

According to Sin Chew Daily, Wong who was speaking at a DAP ceramah told the crowd: “I am wrong.

“I think I have made an improper statement... This kind of emotional talk will only bring a negative impact, especially to our younger generation.”

On Monday, Wong said he would burn down the Lynas plant, which is located in Gebeng, Kuantan, should it still be operating after the upcoming general election.

Regardless of whether BN continues to rule or Pakatan Rakyat forms the new federal government, Wong said he would personally set fire to the plant if it was not shut down within 30 days after the polls.

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