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Wan Junaidi's significant contributions embody Sarawak Day spirit, says Lee
Wan Junaidi waves to the crowd upon his arrival at the Miri Indoor Stadium. – Ukas photo
MIRI (July 23): Governor Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar deserves to be honoured symbolically as an embodiment of the Sarawak Day spirit in recognition of his significant contributions to the state, said Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin.
The Transport Minister, who is Sarawak Day celebration minister in charge, pointed out Wan Junaidi's most significant contribution was as Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Parliament) when the Federal Constitution was amended to restore several of Sarawak's rights.
'Tun Pehin Sri is not only an esteemed figure in administration and legal affairs, but also a true patriot who once stood at the frontline in defending the sovereignty of our homeland,' Lee said in his welcoming speech at the Sarawak Day celebration at Miri Indoor Stadium last night.
He noted that Wan Junaidi has always placed Sarawak's interests at the forefront within the framework of the Malaysian Federation, whether in his roles as lawmaker, minister, speaker, or now as Head of State.
Lee pointed out that during Wan Junaidi's service with the Police Field Force, the latter had risked his life in several operations against the North Kalimantan Communist Party in areas such as Miri, Sibu, and Kapit.
Wan Junaidi's bravery during those tumultuous times stands as a testament to his loyalty and the indomitable spirit of a true son of Sarawak, Lee said.
'Tun Pehin Sri is not only known as a leader of calibre and integrity, but also as a statesman dedicated to Sarawak's development, as well as the unity and prosperity of its people,' he added.
He thanked Wan Junaidi and wife Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi for their presence at this year's Sarawak Day celebration.
'We all pray for the continued protection of His Excellency Tun and Toh Puan, and that they will remain as guiding pillars leading us towards a progressive and prosperous Sarawak,' he added.
Among those present at the event were Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, Deputy Prime Minister Dato Sri Fadillah Yusof, and Deputy Premiers Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, and Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. lead Lee Kim Shin Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar
