Penang PAS Information Chief Muhammad Fawwaz Mohamad Jan claimed the Songkran festival in Batu Feringghi offends Malaysia and promotes indecency.
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Thailand is not a Western country! People took to social media to school Muhammad Fawwaz, especially concerning geography. Some pointed out the party’s hypocrisy because Songkran is also celebrated in the PAS-led states of Kelantan and Kedah. At the time, these events allegedly showed and promoted racial harmony.
She was referring to the Kedah state government adding Songkran Festival as the state’s tourism activity in 2024.
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