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Barnama
5 hours ago
- Politics
- Barnama
Close Federal Ties Prove GPS Is A Respected Political Force
GENERAL MIRI, July 22 (Bernama) -- The close cooperation between Sarawak and the Federal Government under the leadership of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim proves that Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) is a respected and formidable political force. Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the appointment of Sarawak native Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof as Deputy Prime Minister, along with the presence of several federal ministers from the state, was a significant recognition of Sarawak. 'Never before has a Sarawakian been entrusted with the responsibility of Deputy Prime Minister. This shows that Sarawak under the GPS platform is a respected political power,' he said in his speech at the 62nd Sarawak Day celebration here tonight. As the head of the GPS government, he said the strong collaboration with the Federal Government would continue in the interest of both the nation and Sarawak, adding that the state's pursuit of prosperity would not hinder national development. 'The increase in Sarawak's revenue, including through the state sales tax, will not reduce the federal revenue as the Federal Government has ample room to boost its income without burdening the people,' he said. Abang Johari also rebuked claims by certain quarters that Sarawak was being 'excessive' or greedy in asserting its rights, stressing that the demands were based on the Federal Constitution and the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). He said GPS would continue fighting for Sarawak's rights through negotiations with the Federal Government, guided by the MA63 framework. 'Sarawak has successfully regained nine rights enshrined under MA63, and efforts will continue to reclaim all those that have been eroded,' he said. He also reflected on the key decision made by Sarawak's leaders 62 years ago to join in forming Malaysia for greater security and prosperity.
The Star
8 hours ago
- Politics
- The Star
AGC's decision not to prosecute Zamri Vinoth, Firdaus Wong is 'selective enforcement', says MIC president
PETALING JAYA: The Attorney General's Chambers is practising 'selective enforcement' of the law in its decision not to prosecute Zamri Vinoth and Firdaus Wong for alleged seditious and defamatory remarks, says Tan Sri SA Vigneswaran. The MIC president stated that the non-prosecution of both individuals has sparked public concern, following Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said confirmed that authorities found 'insufficient evidence'. He stated that this was despite nearly 900 police reports being lodged against Zamri over a Facebook post concerning the relocation of the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman Temple in March 2025. Vigneswaran stressed that the 3R principle – pertaining to race, religion and royalty – 'is not a legal tool to defend the sanctity of only one religion,' but a doctrine designed to maintain religious harmony and public order in a pluralistic nation. 'To enforce the 3R doctrine only when a particular race or religion is affected, while failing to act decisively when other races or faiths are insulted, reflects a dangerous and unacceptable double standard,' he said in a statement on Tuesday (July 22). He added that such practices undermine the Federal Constitution's Article 8 on equality before the law. He questioned the AGC's conclusion, noting that Zamri's Facebook post had 'led to mass outrage,' and was 'publicly made, widely circulated, and interpreted as seditious, defamatory and inciting.' 'It is inconceivable that such conduct does not meet the legal threshold for criminal charges under the Penal Code or the Sedition Act 1948,' he said. Vigneswaran argued that prosecutions in such cases are not merely punitive, but serve as deterrence and a reaffirmation that 'no one is above the law' and that 'freedom of religion includes protection from religious defamation.' He called on the AGC to clarify its rationale, warning that public silence and inaction risk being perceived as bias and could inflame divisions in Malaysia's multiracial society. 'Selective silence is not neutrality. It is complicity. 'If the 3R doctrine is to have any meaning in today's Malaysia, it must be applied across all faiths - with fairness, firmness and integrity,' Vigneswaran added.
Malaysiakini
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Lawyer withdraws JAC Act challenge after govt assures improvements
Senior lawyer Syed Amir Syakib Arsalan Syed Ibrahim has withdrawn his judicial review application filed in May, challenging the Judicial Appointments Committee (JAC) Act 2009. In a statement today, he said he instructed his legal team to discontinue proceedings, including the application to refer constitutional questions to the Federal Court under Article 128(2) of the Federal Constitution. 'This decision follows recent public statements by...
Malaysiakini
13 hours ago
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Lawsuit seeks to declare BM version of Constitution as authoritative text
Lawyer Haniff Khatri Abdulla has filed a lawsuit seeking a court declaration that the Malay version of the Federal Constitution is the authoritative text that should prevail over the English version if there is any inconsistency. He cited Article 160B of the Constitution stating that where the Constitution has been translated into Bahasa Malaysia, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong may prescribe it to be the authoritative text.
Borneo Post
13 hours ago
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Sarawak's achievements reflect clear vision of GPS govt, says Awang Tengah
In his Sarawak Day message, Awang Tengah says the state's progress reflects the government's clear direction and firm commitment to ensuring that Sarawak's voice is heard and its rights upheld. KUCHING (July 22): Sarawak's recent achievements are the result of the strong and visionary leadership of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan. In his Sarawak Day message, Awang Tengah said the state's progress reflects the government's clear direction and firm commitment to ensuring that Sarawak's voice is heard and its rights upheld. 'We will continue to ensure that rights of Sarawak are safeguarded and strengthened in line with the Federal Constitution, Sarawak Constitution, the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), and the Inter-Governmental Committee (IGC) Report,' he said. He also called on all Sarawakians, especially the youths, to continue supporting the state's development agenda. He said Sarawak stands tall today due to the unity of its people, regardless of race, religion or culture. 'This harmony is our greatest asset and must be protected,' he said. achievements Awang Tengah GPS leadership sarawak day
