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Borneo Post
2 days ago
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Call for ‘Zara Law' to combat school bullying
Foo KOTA KINABALU (Aug 10): The heartbreaking death of 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir from Papar, allegedly due to relentless bullying at her boarding school, has prompted calls for urgent legislative action to protect children in educational institutions. Life Member of Parti Solidariti Tanahairku (STAR), Robert Richard Foo, said the tragedy has exposed 'the glaring inadequacies in our current system to protect our children from the devastating effects of bullying.' 'In alignment with Parti Solidariti Tanahairku's steadfast commitment and advocacy to the well-being and welfare of children and young persons in Malaysia, the profound tragedy and disturbing conspiracy surrounding the Zara case is a heartbreaking incident,' he said. Foo stressed that Zara's untimely death was 'not by accident or natural causes, but by the deliberate and sustained cruelty of her peers, compounded by the apparent inaction of those entrusted with her safety and well-being.' 'The circumstances surrounding Zara's death have revealed disturbing patterns of negligence, denial and attempts to suppress the truth. Those who should have been her protectors became complicit in a system that failed her completely,' he added. To prevent similar tragedies, Foo is proposing that the Malaysian Parliament, Sabah State Legislative Assembly, and Ministry of Education enact comprehensive anti-bullying legislation, to be known as the 'Zara Law.' He said the proposed law should include: Mandatory Reporting – requiring all school staff to report bullying incidents without delay; Criminal Consequences – holding perpetrators legally accountable; Institutional Accountability – ensuring schools are responsible for preventing and addressing bullying; Cover-up Penalties – penalising any attempts to hide incidents; Victim Protection – safeguarding and supporting affected students; and Prevention Programs – implementing education and awareness initiatives. 'Zara's story must become the catalyst for systemic change that protects every child in every school across Malaysia. With the enactment of the Zara Law, we want to ensure that no other family endures the pain that Zara's family continues to bear,' Foo said. He called on all lawmakers and education authorities to act swiftly, saying, 'We owe it to Zara's memory to make our schools truly safe for every child.'
Borneo Post
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Call for STAR to exit GRS gains ground amid rising grassroots support
Richard Libun Adou KOTA KINABALU (July 6): The idea of Parti Solidariti Tanahairku (STAR) withdrawing from the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition is no longer just speculative — it is gaining substantial support among the grassroots, said a political observer. Richard Libun Adou, former vice president of Kadazan Dusun Cultural Association (KDCA), stated that many now feel that STAR stands at a critical political crossroads. 'The time has come, they believe, for the party to explore a bold, independent path forward — one that stays true to its founding principles and better reflects the hopes of the rakyat,' he said in a statement on Sunday. Richard said Datuk Raymond Tombung's insightful article titled 'Should STAR Leave GRS?', published in The Borneo Post on Saturday, eloquently outlined key strategic concerns: The growing perception of marginalisation within the coalition, misalignment on key policy directions, especially on issues such as MA63 and local autonomy, the increasing grassroots sentiment behind 'Sabah for Sabahans', and the urgency of political clarity before PRN17 (17th state election), to avoid being caught unprepared in a shifting landscape. 'As someone who believes in STAR's potential, I echo the call for the President and Supreme Council of STAR to take this reflection seriously and act decisively. The voice of the grassroots must not be ignored. The longer the hesitation, the greater the risk of losing momentum — and perhaps, relevance,' he added. Recently, Jeffrey dismissed concerns over a viral video clip suggesting his party might leave the GRS coalition, stating the footage was taken out of context. The Deputy Chief Minister I clarified that the clip, which appeared to show him saying STAR would exit GRS if the coalition were pressured to collaborate with Barisan Nasional (BN) and Pakatan Harapan (PH), was part of a broader discussion during STAR's recent anniversary event.
Daily Express
11-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Upset over Kepayan construction activities
Published on: Sunday, May 11, 2025 Published on: Sun, May 11, 2025 Text Size: Kenny stressed the importance of balancing progress with public welfare and called on relevant authorities to take appropriate action to ensure that developers adhere to regulations designed to protect residential communities. KOTA KINABALU: Parti Solidariti Tanahairku Deputy President Datuk Kenny Chua called on City Hall (DBKK) to investigate public complaints regarding ongoing construction activities at a mixed-development project at 88 Market in Kepayan. According to him, residents of the nearby Austral Park neighbourhood raised concerns to him about the prolonged construction hours, claiming that work often continued into the evening, causing significant disturbance to the community. Chua, who visited the area following the complaints, urged DBKK to clarify whether the current construction schedule complied with existing municipal bylaws. 'The GRS State Government welcomes development, but it must be carried out in a way that does not inconvenience the people,' he said. Subscribe or LOG IN to access this article. Support Independant Journalism Subscribe to Daily Express Malaysia Access to DE E-Paper Access to DE E-Paper Exclusive News Exclusive News Invites to special events Invites to special events Giveaways & Rewards 1-Year Most Popular (Income Tax Deductible) Explore Plans Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
