What was more disappointing, he said, was that some Malays themselves were inciting hatred against the Rulers.

“The role of the royal institution is to protect and defend the position of the Malays and Islam and the other races in the country,” he said at a buka puasa event in Shah Alam.

“The spread of this culture among certain parties must stop so that the people are not influenced to hate the Malay rulers to the point it erodes their loyalty.”

Sultan Sharafuddin said the royal institution plays an important role in a constitutional monarchy and always upholds the principles of the Federal Constitution.

He urged the Malays, particularly those in Selangor, to avoid conflict among themselves as it would lead to divisions and give a negative image to Islam.

Sultan Sharafuddin said he wanted all Muslims to think good of each other, be united, tolerant and ever ready to forgive one another.

“The people must also help and contribute to the progress of the state and nation. Don’t just criticise, mock, and condemn, especially on social media, as it not only hurts the feelings of others but will also have a negative impact on the people and the development of the country.”

Sultan Sharafuddin urged the people of Selangor to continue to be united and strengthen the harmony they enjoyed regardless of rank, position, age, race, and religion while taking steps to improve their economic status, including spending wisely.

Also at the event was Tengku Permaisuri Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin, Raja Muda Selangor Tengku Amir Shah and Defence Minister Mohamed Sabu, who is the Kota Raja MP.