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New Straits Times
19-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Sarawak governor says close state-federal ties helped resolve rights issues
KUCHING: Tun Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said the close relationship between the federal and Sarawak governments has helped resolve the state's long standing demands for unfulfilled rights. The Sarawak governor said it also helped return the lost rights which were agreed upon in return for joining the federation. He said he was also confident this close relationship will ensure that Sarawak receives all entitlements enshrined in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), the Inter-Governmental Committee (IGC) Report 1962, and the Federal and Sarawak constitutions. "I hope that all of Sarawak's claims can be resolved by the federal government promptly, so that it will benefit both Sarawak and the nation," he said in his address to open the first sitting of the Sarawak legislative assembly for the year. At the same time, Wan Junaidi urged Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's administration in Putrajaya to "fulfil its responsibilities regarding the economic, social, and security development of Sarawak". He said the sincerity and commitment of Anwar through his Malaysia Madani principles will undoubtedly have a positive impact in fostering the Segulai Sejalai spirit towards inclusive development for Sarawak. On the national petroleum company, Petronas, and state-owned petroleum company, Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (Petros) dispute over gas rights in the state, he said the federal government's agreement to Sarawak's move to appoint Petros as the sole gas aggregator in the state was correct . "This move is consistent with the 1962 IGC Report's recommendations and was implemented through the Borneo States (Legislative Powers) Order 1963, issued under Article 95C of the Federal Constitution by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. "This constitutional right must be respected to allow Petros to perform its role in developing the gas industry and contributing to the economies of both Sarawak and Malaysia," he added. Wan Junaidi also expressed hope that Petros and Petronas would finalise their collaboration soon, noting the importance of a cohesive oil and gas ecosystem for mutual prosperity. Petros' appointment as the sole gas aggregator in the state was made under the Distribution of Gas Ordinance 2016. The law empowers the Sarawak government with executive and legislative authority over electricity and gas distribution in the state.
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.
