Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim tonight stressed the importance of unity among Malaysians, irrespective of race or religion, to elevate the nation to greater and dignified heights.

In his special address in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri tomorrow, Anwar said the country cannot marginalise or antagonise any group or community, regardless of whether they are in the majority or minority, for any reason.

However, he said, the framework of nation-building should not underestimate the importance of Islam as the religion of the federation and the advancement of...