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Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
‘Incumbents make the best candidates': SUPP to defend seats, help new faces build stronger team
SIBU, May 31 — Incumbents from Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP) will get to defend their respective seats in the coming Sarawak election, opined Datuk Michael Tiang. The Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government and Pelawan assemblyman expressed confidence in the performance and track record of current representatives. 'We're going to field incumbents (in the coming Sarawak election). I believe incumbents make the best candidates because they have already participated in elections and have proven track records. 'Not only are we going to field our incumbents, but we also want our incumbents to help those new and fresh candidates in our (SUPP) constituencies. 'This will help us build a larger and stronger team to serve Sarawak,' Tiang told reporters, when met prior to the distribution of rice dumplings to senior citizens at Jalan Bunga Teratai here today. The event was organised by SUPP Pelawan Youth section, distributing over 500 packs of dumplings in conjunction with the Dragon Boat Festival today. On the timing of the next state polls, Tiang said he does not foresee the state election being called this year. 'At the moment, I have not sensed any 'breeze' about the Sarawak election. Primarily, I think people are focusing on Sabah (election) first, followed by Johor and Melaka. After that, I believe you'll start feeling some 'winds' about the Sarawak Election.' 'And if you ask me whether Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) is ready, or if SUPP is ready – we're always ready, because GPS under the leadership of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, has been working very hard. 'Every year, we have been working to find more revenue streams for Sarawak, so that we can make Sarawak financially independent. Our people can enjoy the fruits of our autonomy over natural resources.' On this, he cited the example of the joint declaration between Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) and Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (Petros), which clearly affirmed Sarawak's regulatory control over her own natural gas. 'Elections are simply a time for the people to assess us. But we are always working hard to serve Sarawak, in line with the promises outlined in our manifesto,' Tiang concluded. Among those present at the event was Penghulu Ting Tien Huat. — The Borneo Post
Daily Express
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
Sarawak's stance on Chinese schools proves its inclusivity, says SUPP Youth
Published on: Thursday, April 24, 2025 Published on: Thu, Apr 24, 2025 By: FMT Reporters Text Size: SUPP Youth chairman Kevin Lau said Sarawak recognises that education is 'to empower people, not homogenise them'. (Facebook pic) PETALING JAYA: A Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP) leader says the state government's reassurance that Chinese schools are key partners in the education system is reflective of its inclusivity. SUPP Youth chairman Kevin Lau said the Sarawak government had shown pragmatism in an era where education is increasingly entangled in political rhetoric, the Borneo Post reported. 'Its steadfast support for independent Chinese schools is a stance that reflects not only an understanding of the cultural and educational needs of its diverse population, but also a broader commitment to unity through diversity,' he was quoted as saying. Lau was referring to remarks by education, innovation and talent development minister Roland Sagah Wee Inn that independent Chinese schools in Sarawak were neither outsiders nor an afterthought. Sagah was reported to have said that while education falls under federal purview, Sarawak remains committed to inclusive policies that reflect the state's unique educational landscape. Lau also said that national policies had sometimes marginalised these schools. He said the statement by Sagah's deputy, Dr Annuar Rapaee, that no quota limitations were placed on Unified Examination Certificate holders in state universities was proof that the Sarawak government was practical. Lau said that in many parts of the world, education was used as a tool for political indoctrination or cultural assimilation, but that Sarawak 'recognises it is to empower people, not homogenise them'. 'All these clearly inclusive policies show the state government's strong commitment to uplifting our education standards and, more importantly, ensuring that all young Sarawakians are able to have education opportunities and are not left out.' * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
