KEPALA BATAS, Aug. 14 -- The police have urged the cancellation of a planned gathering in Bertam heretoday over the issue of Malaysian flag, to prevent any confrontation between opposing groups.

PDRM said the move was to safeguard the safety of the local community and maintain public order, after both Umno Youth and DAP planned to host events on the matter.

"The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) views seriously any matter that has the potential to affect the safety and well-being of the public," said Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail.

"To safeguard the safety of the local community and to prevent any form of unhealthy confrontation between opposing groups, PDRM advises all parties involved to cancel the planned gathe...