Fadillah’s appointment expected to expedite Sarawak’s pursuit of education autonomy
KUCHING: The recent appointment of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) senior vice president Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof as the minister overseeing Sabah and Sarawak affairs is expected to speed up the application process for Sarawak’s pursuit of education autonomy under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). Deputy Education, Innovation, and Talent Development Minister Datuk Dr Annuar […]
Exploring beyond land rights, history
KUCHING: The study of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) and Native Customary Rights (NCR), which the Faculty of Law at the University of Malaya (UM) is looking to establish in Sarawak, should be discussed in accordance with its academic tradition of fairness and openness. Sarawak Malay Graduates Association (IGMS) president Datuk Dr. Sanib Said stressed […]
Experts laud new MA63, NCR law school
KUCHING: The establishment of a law faculty in Sarawak, offering majors in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) and Native Customary Rights (NCR), is a positive step towards recognising and understanding of the special rights inherent to Sabah and Sarawak. Political analyst Dr. Lee Kuok Tiung from Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) viewed this initiative as a […]
Bandar Kuching MP denounces proposal for exclusive Malay PM
KUCHING: Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii Lee Wuen strongly condemns the suggestion by Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal to restrict the position of the Prime Minister to Malays only. Dr Yii asserts that such a proposal goes against the founding spirit of the Federal Constitution and Malaysia […]
MA63 a subject of debate worth nation’s deliberation
KUCHING: The Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) is pivotal to the formation of Malaysia. However, the initial years of Sarawak being part of Malaysia were marked by tensions and challenges, leading to the neglect of the rights outlined in the agreement. For Sarawak, its primary interests lie in economic empowerment through the support of the federal […]
MA63 panel to discuss health and education autonomy
KUCHING: The next Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) Technical Committee meeting, which is expected to focus on the autonomy of Sarawak and Sabah in health and education matters, will take place in January. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the matters are currently under discussion and outcomes from the discussion will be presented to […]
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. […]
