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'Less European, more M'sian': PN MP moots Tugu Negara renovation
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PARLIAMENT | An opposition lawmaker today suggested Putrajaya renovate the iconic Tugu Negara to better reflect local soldiers who fought for the country's independence.

Kalam Salan (PN-Sabak Bernam) argued the existing monument - which was launched in 1966 - features a bronze statue of soldiers that look like Europeans.

This, he said, was akin to idolising those who colonised the...


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