The State Manifesto/ National Principles/ Rukun Negara are a pledge of allegiance based on a set of philosophy and national ideology which is used as a guiding hand in the effort to build and nurture the country and people of Malaysia. It was announced on 31st August 1970 by the 4th Yang di-Pertuan Agong, and read as follows:
“Where as our country, Malaysia nurtures the ambitions of: achieving a perfect unity amongst the whole of her society; preserving a democratic way of life; creating a just society where the prosperity of the country can be enjoyed together in a fair and equitable manner; guaranteeing a liberal approach towards her rich and varied cultural traditions; and building a progressive society that will make use of science and modern technology.
We, as the people of Malaysia pledge our united efforts to attain these ends guided by these principles
• Belief in God
• Loyalty to the King and Country
• Supremacy of the Constitution
• The Rule of Law
• Courtesy and Morality
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