1Malysia concept are distinguishes itself as the followings:
i. Concept not to abrogate affirmative action or privileges of certain group rather to improve its implementation to keep intact the spirit agreed upon by our forefathers.
ii. Unity in diversity in plural society to work together as one nation.
iii. Unity not based on geographical factor or racial groups but focussing on all sector of society.
iv. To reciprocate trust and confidence – between government and people, among racial groups, between private and public sectors, different income groups, between State and Federal and political differences.
v. Merits taking priority over personal and political relations.
vi. Integrity and meritocracy include non trading e.g. education, etc
vii. To inculcate the spirit and values of togetherness and sense of belongings, regardless of race, religion and creed.
viii. To allays fears through understandings, awareness and acceptance.
ix. Arts , fashion, music etc to portray the essence of unity; and
x. Rukun Negara a mechanism towards better society and identity.
