Teng Chang Khim bears the wrath of rightists for opposing TRX’s landmark mosque project

Teng Chang Khim bears the wrath of rightists for opposing TRX’s landmark mosque project

DAP veteran Datuk Teng Chang Khim has found himself in the firing line for wanting the proposed construction of the Masjid Warisan (Heritage Mosque) on a site in front of the Tun Razak Exchange (TRX) development to be scrapped.


The former Selangor State Legislative Assembly speaker (2008-2013) has raised concern that the proposal would eventually lead to disharmony and dissatisfaction.

“This plan will eventually bring disharmony, resentment and even clash of cultural activities within a precinct which has been established as a vibrant commercial and entertainment hotspot of KL as metropolitan with distinct international outlook,” the six-term DAP state assemblyman penned on his Facebook page.

“Would all the activities within that area have to be halted during the Friday prayer and when azan is broadcast in the near future? Why should we create foreseeable sensitivity when there is currently none? This nonsensical idea must be scrapped.”

Teng was reacting to the revelation by Religious Affairs Minister Zulkifli Hassan that the project which involves a 5.6-acre site opposite TRX is expected to become a new landmark in the Federal capital while reflecting efforts to strengthen Islamic facilities in the Bukit Bintang area.

“Insya-Allah, we want to develop a mosque that is beautiful and outstanding in line with the grandeur of the TRX Tower,” he was quoted as saying after Friday prayers at Oasis Outreach Bukit Bintang, a temporary worship place that opened yesterday (June 19) while permanent facilities are being developed.

The planned mosque will be developed in collaboration with the Federal Territories Islamic Religious Council (MAIWP), Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) and other relevant agencies.


‘More dangerous than Rohingyas’

Teng who is currently the SME Corporation Malaysia (SME Corp) chairman was literally ‘whacked left, right and centre’ when his opinion was aired by Malay language portal MYNEWSHUB in its FB page which has garnered 3.2K likes, 2.8K comments and 1K shares at the time of writing.

“Malaysia is an Islamic country, hence all development and construction of mosques need not follow the lead of the kafir (infidels),” fumed one presumably pro-opposition commenter from Kota Bharu.

Inevitably, the opposition slogan of “Malaysia is peaceful without DAP, period!” once again reverberated across cyberspace.

“They’re (DAP) even more dangerous than the Rohingyas. They were once refugees, too, but have now misbehaved,” another hit out.

One commenter insisted that the proposed project should continue “for this is Tanah Melayu whereby Islam reigns supreme as the official Federal religion”.

Another blamed the situation of “DAP being really steady as we give face and support” with others pointing fingers at Malay bootlickers who are backing the party.

Anger was also directed at Muslim Madani government lawmakers, including Religious Affairs Minister Zulkifli for being tight-lipped when the dignity of Islam is challenged.

“Where is the Madani Religion Minister? Why are you still silent (on the matter) … Or is your mouth, hands and feet bandaged by DAP … That’s why I hate DAP and PH (Pakatan Harapan),” berated one commenter.

Even UMNO was dragged into the commotion for the party’s failure to defend the sanctity of Islam against the “communist kafir“.

In short, one commenter hit the nail on the head by calling for the Masjid Warisan construction to forge ahead “fearlessly as DAP can’t do anything even though it has voiced its opposition on the project”. – June 20, 2026