Sultan Sharafuddin said this disunity was detrimental to national unity, multiracial harmony and political stability.

In a statement posted on the Selangor royal office’s Facebook page, he said Malay politicians needed to be aware of the fact that Malaysia’s development and progress depended on having stable leadership.

“Should the Malay leaders fail to show good and responsible leadership, the other races would lose respect for these Malay leaders and will not support the Malay-led government,” he said.

Sultan Sharafuddin also advised Malay politicians to work with non-Malay political leaders to ensure that the nation’s development received the highest priority.

He said prioritising national development would help ensure that Malaysians, regardless of race, would be able to live comfortably.

While he maintained that he had no intention to interfere in national politics, he said he felt compelled to give his advice and opinion to call for an end to Malay disunity.

“This is to ensure that the interest of the Malay community can be preserved without neglecting the rights and interests of non-Malays in this country,” he said.

Sultan Sharafuddin also encouraged all Malaysians, especially the Malays, to watch the recently released “Mat Kilau” movie, saying the film depicted how a country or civilisation would collapse without unity and the spirit of cooperation.