MCA and Gerakan will hold a joint assembly ahead of the next general election to reflect their unity in upholding moderation.
The gathering, dubbed "Perhimpunan MCA-Gerakan Teguh Bersama" (MCA-Gerakan Stronger Together Assembly), is expected to be held at Dewan San Choon,Wisma MCA this Saturday.
"This gathering is aimed at strengthening the good working relationship between us, to express our commitment and determination in jointly preparing for the general elections, and to present the achievements by both.
"We will also take the opportunity to show and defend our country’s distinguished diversity, and to uphold our government's administration and practice of moderation in policies.
"We have a very long experience of cooperation under the structure of BN, especially in upholding the governance of moderation and multiracialism," MCA secretary-general Ong Ka Chuan (photo) and Gerakan secretary-general Liang Teck Ming said in a joint statement.
Both parties had arrived a consensus during discussions between MCA president Liow Tiong Lai and Gerakan counterpart Mah Siew Keong, they said.
"Strategies have been drawn on how to strengthen the rights and opportunities of the Chinese community, to ensure that the Chinese community plays a greater role in the nation’s vision for development.
"Our goal is not only to unite the Chinese community, but to unite all rakyat.
"This rally will be very meaningful as it is the first time (such an event has been held) in recent years, which demonstrates the strong bonds between two parties with the goal of developing the country," the statement read.
Gerakan was jointly set up by former MCA president Lim Chong Eu, who quit the MCA in 1960. The multiracial party took hold of Penang until 2008 general election.
After the huge setback in 2008 and 2013 general election, BN leaders mulled direct membership and the merging of MCA, Gerakan and SUPP, which has yet to materialise.- Mkini
One is Gelakan , the other Mumb Cacat Association, now holding hand in hand.
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