KUALA LUMPUR, KOMPAS.com - Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak hopes that Malaysians, regardless of faith, can demonstrate their sense of generosity and compassion by extending aid to those who needed it most.

In conjunction with Christmas tomorrow, the Prime Minister in his blog www.1malaysia.com.my on Thursday said that those who needed the aid most included those who were infirm and those who were poor who depended on the country's ever-present emergency services.

"In this spirit of generosity, we ought also to demonstrate kindness towards our natural environment. A greener Christmas can be had.

"For example, by passing on unwanted gifts, packaging presents in recycled wrapping paper and using Christmas lights sparingly.

"This festive season, as enjoyable as it is, can produce excesses, even in these financially less liberating times," Najib said.

However, he believed that for the Christians, this season marked a time to spread goodwill and cheer, particularly among the less fortunate.

The Prime Minister said Christmas also offered the people yet another opportunity to unwind amidst the comfort of family, friends and neighbours.

Najib also pointed out that Christmas gave an opportunity to the people to reach out to other members of the community.

"Like the Hari Raya before it, why not use the occasion to bring together guests from different backgrounds under one roof?

"On this note, I wish all celebrating this most special day a joyous, peaceful and harmonious Christmas," he said.