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Meaning
The speaker is saying he will not abandon the core beliefs, policies, or values already accepted. The quote emphasizes firmness and a refusal to make certain kinds of trade-offs. It suggests continuity rather than compromise for its own sake.
When It Was Said
2021
Who It Was Said To
Not documented yet.
Historical Context
Not documented yet.
Source
Anwar Ibrahim (2021) cited in: "Malaysia's Anwar says has met with several Umno leaders to discuss cooperation in next elections" in The Straits Times, 17 March 2021.
Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
Did They Really Say It?
Listed with a source on Wikiquote.
Did You Know?
Wikiquote cites this quote in a 2021 reference from The Straits Times.
About Anwar Ibrahim
Anwar Ibrahim is quoted here; further biographical details are not publicly available.
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