MCA Youth poured heavy praise on Tunku Abdul Aziz Tunku Ibrahim for "staying true to his principles" in opposing the use of Dataran Merdeka for the April 28 Bersih rally.

In a press release issued today, MCA Youth secretary-general Chai Kim Sen commended Tunku Abdul Aziz for calling on Bersih to accept DBKL's proposed change of venue, calling his views "quite rational".

NONE He also described the DAP vice-chairman as a "good example" for other of its leaders, praising him for speaking out in the country's best interests rather than for political mileage.

"His comments were made after taking into account the welfare of our nation.

"This should be applauded and I hope DAP will not take any disciplinary action against him," Chai ( left ) added.

He was referring to Tunku Abdul Aziz's remarks earlier today calling opposition lawmakers irresponsible for supporting the holding of the Bersih rally at Dataran Merdeka.

‘Don't gag Tunku Abdul Aziz'

Chai also urged the party not to issue a gag order on Tunku Abdul Aziz, as his comments were made with the country and its people's interest in mind.

"In fact, his points were stated after considering the safety and security of the Bersih 3.0 attendees," he added, pointing out that the comments were his own personal views.

He also criticised the party for taking strict disciplinary action against dissenting members, calling it a "usual habit" of the party.

"As we all know, DAP has the tendency to implement gag orders on members... to bring any conflicting comments to an abrupt end," he said.

Contrasting Tunku Abdul Aziz's "honesty" with the party's "dream of ascending to power", he slammed the DAP for putting party interests ahead of the country's.

"The betterment for our country should come before the party's interests so that stability and harmony can be achieved within our society," he said.

DAP has previously taken disciplinary action against members such as Penang Deputy Chief Minister Dr P Ramasamy , Jelutong MP Jeff Ooi and Perak DAP deputy chief M Kulasegaran for various personal remarks.