KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 31 -- Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has responded to former International Trade and Industry Minister Tan Sri Rafidah Aziz's remarks urging the government to prioritise domestic issues over commitments to rebuild Gaza, Harian Metro reported,
Zahid asserted that the government consistently prioritises the welfare and needs of Malaysians while also extending support to Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank.
"Of course, the Prime Minister's commitment must be supported. For example, cooperation with Japan is strategic for redevelopment.
"As stated by Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, the focus is on building hospitals, schools, and mosques. If even that is questioned, I'm not sure what Tan Sri Rafidah means...