Taib played a key role in Sarawak’s progress: Sarawak DAP chief
KUCHING: Sarawak DAP chairman Chong Chieng Jen has extended his deepest condolences to the family of the late Pehin Sri Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud following his passing this morning. The Padungan assemblyman said though he had disagreements on certain policies during Taib’s tenure as chief minister, it was undeniable that the leader played a pivotal […]
Cops record statement of Kepala Batas MP
KUALA LUMPUR: Police recorded the statement of Kepala Batas MP Dr Siti Mastura Muhammad today following her speech which allegedly slandered DAP leaders. Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain said the investigation was conducted by the Classified Crime Investigation Unit under Section 505 of the Communications and Multimedia […]
MP to be charged with money laundering totalling RM6 mln today
KUALA LUMPUR: A Member of Parliament (MP) will be charged at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today with money laundering under Section 4(1)(a) of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act (AMLA) 2001 (Act 613). According to a Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) source, the MP is expected to face over 15 […]
Do MPs deserve multiple pensions?
Politics isn’t about big money or power games; it’s about the improvement of people’s lives. – Paul Wellstone, US senator Do lawmakers really deserve what they are paid for? This interesting question was posed by one of our youngest MP – Muda president Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman. I must applaud the Muar MP for […]
Dr Yii promises to remain resourceful with whatever funding allocated to MPs
KUCHING: Despite the reduction in the parliamentarian’s development allocation, the Bandar Kuching constituency service centre will continue to ensure that its constituents will benefit from programmes or initiatives that are intended to be carried out, said its Member of Parliament (MP) Dr Kelvin Yii. He assured the people that his office would make the best […]
GPS MPs expected to meet Agong today
KUCHING: Several Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) Members of Parliament (MPs) are expected to have an audience with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah at Istana Negara today. According to Malaysiakini, among those who have been summoned to the place including Serian MP Datuk Seri Richard Riot Jaem of Sarawak United People’s […]
GPS behind Puncak Borneo’s victory
SIBURAN: Puncak Borneo elected Member of Parliament (MP) Datuk Willie Mongin attributed his victory in retaining his seat to the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) in the 15th general election (GE15). He said the GPS machinery and the cooperation of the fellow assemblymen under his constituency has contributed to his soaring success. Willie said the seat […]
GE15: Jailed Najib remains as Umno potential candidate for Pekan
PETALING JAYA: Datuk Seri Najib Razak, who is serving his 12-year jail sentence at the Kajang Prison remains as a Umno potential candidate for the next general election (GE15). The party Pekan division’s deputy head Zamri Ramly said there were no plans to place Najib’s children to contest the Pekan parliamentary seat if he is […]
Borneo caucus possible if Sarawak, Sabah on same page
It is high time that we have a Borneo caucus in which Sarawak and Sabah MPs can present a united voice. This is crucial for several reasons including seeking the restoration of the rights of eastern Malaysians under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). It also gives rise to the possibility of having an East Malaysian […]
Rep calls for fairer Budget 2023
MIRI: Sarawak should be given a fairer allocation in Budget 2023 which will be tabled on October 7, said Sibuti Member of Parliament Lukanisman Awang Sauni. This, he said, is to ensure inclusivity in development. “The Budget must include comprehensive strategy to provide better facilities in the rural areas such as schools, health clinics and […]
