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The Star
19-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Finalise Petros and PETRONAS collaboration swiftly, says S'wak Yang Di-Pertua
Sarawak Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar (third left) inspecting the guard of honour at the opening ceremony of the Sarawak Legislative Assembly meeting on Monday (May 19). - ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/The Star KUCHING: The collaboration between Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (Petros) and PETRONAS should be finalised swiftly, says Tun Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar. The Sarawak Yang di-Pertua Negeri said this would benefit the development of the oil and gas industry in Sarawak for the mutual prosperity of the state and nation. "I'm thankful that the Prime Minister and Federal Government have agreed to the Sarawak government's move to appoint Petros as the sole gas aggregator in the state under the Distribution of Gas Ordinance," he said while opening the Sarawak Legislative Assembly's first meeting this year on Monday (May 19). Wan Junaidi said Sarawak has the executive and legislative power to make state laws on electricity and gas distribution. He said this aligns with the recommendation of the Inter-Governmental Committee (IGC) Report 1962, implemented through the Borneo States (Legislative Power) Order 1963 made by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong in accordance with Article 95C of the Federal Constitution. "This constitutional right should be respected to enable Petros to carry out its gas aggregator role and ensure that the development of the gas industry in Sarawak contributes to the national and state economy," he said. Last week, Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg said an agreement involving Petros and PETRONAS would be announced soon, which would recognise both federal and state laws and acknowledge Petros as the sole gas aggregator in Sarawak. He said Sarawak would also increase its stake in liquefied natural gas through a commercial agreement. Wan Junaidi also expressed appreciation for the close ties between the Federal and Sarawak governments, saying various issues involving Sarawak's rights and interests had been resolved as a result. "I hope all of Sarawak's demands enshrined in the Malaysia Agreement 1963, IGC Report, and Federal and state constitutions can be resolved speedily to benefit the state and nation. "I also urge the Federal Government to fulfil its responsibility towards the socioeconomic development and security of Sarawak," he said. Earlier, Wan Junaidi inspected a guard of honour comprising 105 police personnel during the opening parade. They were accompanied by a police band which played the national and state anthems. Before the Head of State's opening address, the state assembly observed a minute's silence for the late former prime minister Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi and former Serian MP Datuk Amar Dominic Dago Randan.
Borneo Post
19-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Wan Junaidi: Federal nod for Petros as sole gas aggregator a major win for Sarawak
Wan Junaidi is welcomed by Sarawak Police Commissioner Datuk Mancha Ata during his arrival at the DUN complex today. – Penerangan Photo KUCHING (May 19): The federal government's agreement to Sarawak's appointment of Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) as the sole gas aggregator in the state marks a significant step forward in upholding Sarawak's constitutional rights and economic aspirations, said Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar. In his opening address at the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Sitting here today, the Head of State described the move as a milestone in Sarawak's pursuit of greater control over its resources. 'I am thankful that the Prime Minister and the federal government have agreed to Sarawak's decision to appoint Petros as the sole gas aggregator in Sarawak, under the Distribution of Gas Ordinance, 2016, which grants the Sarawak government both executive and legislative powers to enact laws related to electricity and gas distribution. 'This is in line with the recommendations of the 1962 Inter-Governmental Committee (IGC) Report, which were implemented through the Borneo States (Legislative Power) Order, 1963, issued by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong under Article 95C of the Federal Constitution,' he said. He stressed this constitutional right must be respected to enable Petros to fulfil its role as the gas aggregator, ensuring that the development of the gas industry in Sarawak continues to contribute to both the national and state economies. 'I hope the collaboration between Petros and Petronas can be finalised soon, as it will certainly bring significant benefits to the development of the oil and gas industry value chain in Sarawak, for the shared prosperity of both the nation and Sarawak,' he said. Wan Junaidi said a close relationship between the Sarawak government and federal government is crucial in ensuring that Sarawak's rights and development needs are fully addressed. He expressed gratitude for the cordial ties between the two levels of government, stating that many issues involving Sarawak's rights and interests have been successfully resolved as a result. 'I am confident that this strong relationship will ensure that Sarawak receives all the entitlements stipulated under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), the IGC Report, the Federal Constitution, and the Sarawak Constitution.' He called on the federal government to expedite the resolution of all outstanding claims made by Sarawak, so that they can bring meaningful benefits to both the state and the country. 'I also urge the federal government to fulfil its responsibilities towards Sarawak in terms of economic, social and security development. 'The sincerity and commitment of the Prime Minister through the Malaysia Madani principle will undoubtedly have a positive impact on efforts to nurture the spirit of 'Segulai Sejalai' (Together in Unity) towards inclusive development in Sarawak,' he said.
