One-third Parliamentary seat: Sarawak steadfast in its pursuit
SARAWAK remains firm in pursuing a one-third representation in Parliament, stressing that the matter is the state’s right. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said that the Sarawak government has proposed to increase the parliamentary representation for Sarawak and Sabah to 35 per cent, as enshrined under the Inter-Governmental Committee Report 1962 (IGC), […]
We ain’t budging – return us our fair representation
SARAWAK and Sabah’s relentless push to regain our rightful one-third representation in Parliament reflects the ongoing struggle to restore a promise made over 60 years ago; this struggle is more than a call for parliamentary seats – it’s a demand to honour the spirit of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) and the foundational principles that […]
Chief Pol-Sec reminds Putrajaya on Sarawak’s right to one-third parliamentary seats
SARAWAK is not wavering in its demand for fair representation in Parliament, insisting that constituencies should not be divided according to population density alone, but also should be based on the size of the constituencies. Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman (GPS-Tupong) said the Sarawak government’s demand for one-third of the parliamentary seats is not only based […]
One-third representation: Associations make their stance
KUCHING: Several associations in Sarawak have called for an increase in parliamentary seats for Sabah and Sarawak to reflect their status as founding territories of Malaysia. The associations argue that Sabah and Sarawak should collectively hold at least one-third of the total parliamentary seats, ensuring the protection of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). Referencing the […]
Constitutional dynamics: Sabah and Sarawak perspectives
The provisions concerning constitutional amendments in Malaysia underscore specific considerations for the states of Sabah and Sarawak, particularly regarding their unique status and rights under the Malaysia Agreement 1963. Special Interests: When a proposed constitutional change impacts the distinct rights, borders, or privileges of Sabah and Sarawak as outlined in the Malaysia Agreement 1963, it […]
Madani govt committed to resolving remaining MA63 claims, says Fadillah
KUALA LUMPUR: The Madani government remains committed to resolving the remaining 18 unresolved claims under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), affirmed Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He said MA63-related issues continue to be a key priority for the administration under Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. To date, Fadillah stated that 11 claims […]
Advocating for equitable seats distribution
KUCHING: As discussions regarding the redelineation of parliamentary constituencies gather momentum, numerous voices from Sarawak have started emphasizing the importance of achieving fair representation for the Borneo states. The notion of Sarawak and Sabah collectively securing one-third of parliamentary seats is in line with the historical commitments enshrined in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). For […]
No political motive behind demand for one-third quota
KUCHING: Sarawak’s demand to restore the 35 per cent or one-third parliamentary seat quota is based on the spirit of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) and not driven by political motives or division. In stating this, political analyst Professor Dr Neilson Ilan Mersat stated that the demand aligns with MA63’s emphasis on fair representation for […]
One-third of parliamentary seats: The fight for fair representation
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is determined to secure one-third of parliamentary seats from the federal government, aiming for a 35 per cent representation for Sabah and Sarawak in Parliament, as stipulated in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). Currently, Sarawak and Sabah collectively hold 56 seats out of 222 in the Dewan Rakyat, representing just 25 […]
One-third seats about righting historical wrong: Chin
KUCHING: The Borneo states’ call for one-third of parliamentary seats is about ‘correcting a historical wrong,’ says political analyst James Chin. Chin, a professor of Asian Studies at the University of Tasmania, Australia, explained that this is no more than what was agreed upon when Malaysia was formed. “The historical wrong is simple. In 1965, […]
