Conclusion on Third Question

Thanks to Munira, Intan and Shikin. It is likely to say that Malaysia is indeed pursuing good roles in combating the violation of human rights in a distinguish way. As what Munira stated earlier on, the investment and trading in Africa in terms of economy by the Malaysian government has resulting an effective cooperation within these two nations. Investing in telecommunications, hotels, banking and real estate sectors has directly providing job opportunities among the locals for a better earning for living, in another words, to afford basic human needs such as clean water, nutrition, health care, clothing and shelter. Foreseeing such potential in Africa, Malaysia is also expecting a better understanding within the countries in coping the humanitarian issues as one of the responsibilities in keeping the world in peace and harmony. But we must be noted that, this effort may takes many years to achieve the goals but nonetheless creating an inspiring image for Malaysia in the eyes of the world.

As for Intan's argument, I would like to clarify that SUHAKAM did not play as a major contributer in terms of tackling up with the African humanitarian issues. Somehow i would say that, it has brought up attentions among the Malaysian citizens on the importance of human rights. It is about the awareness, that may have been leading many individuals to open up and share their thoughts about violation of human rights outside of Malaysia. Moreover, many positive actions such as financial support by NGOs to fund humanitarian activities like MERCY and even the younger generation are now voicing out their opinions through websites and blogs. The Islamic Relief Malaysia is a good kick-start. Although it has just started few years back in Malaysia, it is a reputable platform to encourage more Malaysians to join and contribute together in the international level in aiming to provide rapid relief in the event of human and natural disasters and to establish local development projects to eradicate poverty, illiteracy and disease.

A very interesting point-of-view by Shikin. I agreed that the 'Asian Value' has been a great factor on molding the understanding of human rights among the nations in this region. Despite the disputation over the Western thoughts, the Asian has learned great lessons of history. Many Asian countries before independence lived in a very unfortunate condition with the existence of hierarchy and discrimination of the rich towards the poor. Although we see that the Western invasion had caused economy exploitation and political crisis, the influence of Western thinking has brought up many famous local scholars to fight for their rights. Hence, inspiring modernization and developing a sustainable nation. Upon the criticism for our 'bold' movements is a norm to smaller countries like us. This is due to the lack of publicity and coverage.

I believe, with a little help would save thousands of lives in Africa. As the future think-tanks, we hope to conduct a substantial human rights policy in order to generate a conducive world of peace and harmony and to uphold the equality of all nations.

by Hazie Kan <3