I first established 1Malaysia.com.my with the intention of creating a platform for us to discuss key issues affecting the nation and to promote the concept of One Malaysia. Yesterday I conveyed the message in person during my visit to the head office of Sin Chew Daily to meet with the publication's senior management, with whom i had a very fruitful discussion on many matters. It is my intention to ensure that in moving our country forward, that all the interests and aspirations of all communities, including the Chinese community, are heard and taken into consideration.

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UPDATE: I have included below the first part of my acceptance speech in video. You can watch the entire speech in five parts as well as videos of my various speeches and activities on my YouTube channel. I encourage you to subscribe to my channel to receive regular video updates.

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While I have been immersed in the UMNO general assembly and the forming of UMNO's new leadership line-up, I am also bringing in some fresh perspective to this website by introducing a new logo. Even my children shared their opinion on the logo, which I have taken into consideration. While the current logo aesthetically represents Malaysian unity, I feel the logo should be more reflective of the transformation that I intend to bring about to Malaysia, with your support.

I wanted the logo to be easily identifiable and relatable to all Malaysians. Most importantly, it must represent the diverse yet united Malaysia that we all aspire to achieve. Please check back regularly as the new logo will be unveiled soon.

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UPDATE: I have also added the English translation of the speech for the benefit of English-speaking visitors. You can read the text here

A few hours ago, I officially declared the Joint Assembly of Wanita, Pemuda and Puteri UMNO 2009 open. I would like to share the speech I delivered with you, which you can read in full here.

I thank the visitors of 1malaysia.com.my who have left your well-wishes and hope you will continue to share your thoughts and constructive comments as we embark on a new chapter in the history of our beloved Malaysia..

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To update you on our efforts to bolster the economy, I am posting a recent article I wrote for the Wall Street Journal regarding the mini-budget. The recent coverage of Malaysia's economy in the Journal, as well as the Financial Times and others, indicate international interest in our approach. I want to thank you all again for contributing to the development of our economic stimulus programmes. Please continue to provide your input, this effort is far from over.

As Group of 20 leaders prepare to meet in London early next month, they face an unprecedented challenge. The global economy is likely to shrink this year for the first time since the Second World War. The World Bank predicts that during 2009 world trade is likely to record its largest decline in 80 years, with the sharpest losses in East Asia.

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