KUCHING, Jan. 23 -- Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP) president Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian today reminded Sarawakians that they must safeguard their unique racial harmony that could be seen in the celebration of festivals such as the Chinese New Year.

He said there were no racial differences or religious barriers in the state where people of all races visit each other during the festive occasions.

"This is the race harmony asset that all Sarawakians should treasure," Dr Sim, who is also the Sarawak local government and housing minister, said in his message in conjunction with the Chinese New Year that falls on January 25.

He expressed his concern over the growing cases of extremism in the country, including the recent controversy of...