§ 32. Mr. Thomas Reidasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies to what extent have the Malayan Chinese and Malays co-operated with the authorities in Malaya in resisting extortion, blackmail, sabotage and murder by Communists.
§ Mr. Rees-WilliamsThe Malays have from the beginning given the Government their wholehearted and courageous co-operation. As a result of singling out the Chinese for ruthless intimidation and threats of murder, the bandits are still securing from some of them funds and other assistance. There are, however, indications that Chinese resistance to bandit pressure is growing and that active co-operation with the authorities is improving.
§ Mr. ReidIs it not a fact that the Chinese and Malays have formed associations to unite in combating this terrorism?
§ Mr. Rees-WilliamsYes. I am glad to say that a Malay and Chinese association has been formed to foster mutual co-operation between the communities.