[Talk] Merdeka, Multiracialism And Dissent, Without Fear Or Favour

[Talk] Merdeka, Multiracialism And Dissent, Without Fear Or Favour

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Join us as we revisit Tan Chee Khoon’s legacy of principled politics, multiracialism, and fearless dissent. Register today.

[Talk] Merdeka, Multiracialism And Dissent, Without Fear Or Favour

Synopsis

30 years after his passing, are Tan Sri Dr Tan Chee Khoon's ideals still relevant in today's Malaysia? This public talk revisits his enduring legacy of principled politics, multiracialism, and fearless dissent, and explores the continued significance of these values in contemporary Malaysian society. The discussion will reflect on Tan Chee Khoon's contributions to Malaysian democracy, his unwavering commitment to justice and accountability, and the challenges of upholding these ideals in an increasingly complex political landscape.


Speakers:

Dr Francis Loh Kok Wah
Tan Poh Lai (youngest daughter)

Date: 5 September 2026, Saturday
Time: 10am - 11:30am
Venue: Conference Hall, Penang Institute

Biodata of Speakers
Dr. Francis Loh Kok Wah was Hon Secretary of Aliran for 20 plus years and president from 2011-2016. He taught Politics in Universiti Sains Malaysia for 30 years and retired as Professor in 2012.

Tan Poh Lai is a lawyer based in Johor Bahru. She is the youngest daughter of Tan Sri Dr Tan Chee Khoon.


Co-organised by Aliran

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  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • In person

Location

Penang Institute

10 Jalan Brown

George Town, Pulau Pinang 10350

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