Anwar committed to solving MA63 issues, ensures Sabah not lagging behind
By Arthur Edward KOTA KINABALU: A year in office has seen various initiatives taken by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for Sabah, especially in fulfilling the state’s demands in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) to ensure that the Land Below the Wind does not lag behind in development, socio-economic well-being, and various crucial sectors. […]
No word from Putrajaya on devolution of power in education: Dr Annuar
SARAWAK has yet to receive any official response from the federal government to its request for devolution of power in critical areas of education despite the federal Ministry of Education’s (MoE’s) positive indication on the state’s request, especially those of administrative nature. Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee recalled […]
GPS Youth says no need for Nanta to withdraw ‘don’t take in refugees’ statement
KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) Youth said there is no need for Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi to withdraw his statement on asking Sarawak not to accept any refugees, especially those from countries known for violence, anger, and hatred. Its Youth chief Miro Simuh said GPS secretary-general Nanta’s earlier remarks in reference to several non-governmental […]
Tireless pursuit of rights under MA63 bearing fruit
BINTULU: The state government’s efforts to claim Sarawak’s rights under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) have yielded significant results. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said as a responsible state government, Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) remains committed to the principles of Sarawak First, ensuring the interests and future of Sarawak’s people are paramount. […]
Federal govt returns Bintulu Port, Premier thanks PM
BINTULU: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has thanked Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for agreeing to hand over the Bintulu Port to Sarawak when tabling the Budget 2024 on Friday. He said the country’s premier liquefied natural gas (LNG) port, belongs to Sarawak and was one of the agendas pursued […]
Budget 2024: RM12.4 bln for Sabah and Sarawak
KUALA LUMPUR: Efforts to uphold the consensus reached by previous leaders in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) will continue under the Unity Government with an allocation totalling RM12.4 billion set aside for Sabah and Sarawak under the Malaysia MADANI Budget 2024. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim when tabling the national budget at the Dewan Rakyat […]
Sarawak, Sabah rightfully should have one third representation in Parliament: Gerawat
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s proposal to increase Sarawak’s parliamentary constituencies deserves the support of Sarawakians as it is consistent with the spirit of the Malaysian Agreement 1963 (MA63) and Inter Government Committee Report (IGC). Deputy Minister in the Premier of Sarawak’s Department (Labour, Immigration and Project Monitoring) Datuk Gerawat […]
23 MA63 issues pending, 11 settled
BETONG: Twenty-three matters stipulated under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) are still under negotiation, while 11 matters have been resolved, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. He said this was made possible through the bravery of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg in the pursuit to restore Sarawak’s rights under […]
Sarawak groups call for upholding of rights enshrined in MA63
KUCHING: The late Tun Jugah, a highly esteemed leader and signatory of the MA63, once conveyed a profound message: “Anang Malaysia baka tebu, manis ba pun tabar ba ujung”, symbolising the caution against Malaysia resembling sugarcane – initially sweet but lacking flavour at the end. This sentiment was expressed in a press release issued by […]
Call to expedite restoration of Sabah and Sarawak rights
KUCHING: A Sarawak-based think tank and a NGO have urged Putrajaya to stop dilly-delaying and fast-track the restoration of several provisions in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). The Dayak Think Tank Association of Sarawak (DTTAS) and Dayak National Congress (DNC) said it is about time that federal leaders – and state leaders – reinstate the […]
