Topik Pada Hari Ini
> Peter John Jaban, aktivis dari Sarawak – Mendesak orang Sarawak untuk membuat laporan polis terhadap Ragad

> Wahid Anyie, penduduk Penan dari Long Belok – Shinyang merosakan sekatan Penan sekali lagi

> Encik Lela dari Usahajaya Tukau – Rumah terakhir di kampung telah diruntuhkan oleh Parabena

> Nasir Nash, aktivis Orang Asli dari Kelantan – Memperkuat Keyakinan dalam Pendidikan dan Keselamatan bagi Komuniti Orang Asli

> Jimmy dari Miri – Negeri Berpendapatan Tinggi atau Ketidakpuasan Berpendapatan Tinggi? Meneliti Realiti Sarawak

On Today Show
> Peter John Jaban, activist from Sarawak – Urges Sarawakians to file a police report against Ragad
> Wahid Anyie, Penan resident from Long Belok – Shinyang demolished Penan blockade again
> Mr Lela from Usahajaya Tukau – Last house in village was demolished by Parabena
> Nasir Nash, activist of Orang Asli from Kelantan – Rebuilding Faith in Education and Safety for Indigenous Communities
> Jimmy from Miri – High-Income State or High-Income Discontent? Examining Sarawak's Realities

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  Special Randau

  > PAS president Hadi Awang today described former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad as finally returning “to the fold of his struggles” after joining hands with Perikatan Nasional (PN) recently.

  > MACC is expected to question a former cabinet minister to facilitate investigations into the arrest of two businesspersons renowned for distributing Indian movies and bringing in artistes from India to perform in Malaysia.

  > Deputy Inspector-General of Police Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay has issued a warning against "making up stories" surrounding police's actions on individuals suspected of insulting the royal institution.

  > Police have recorded 12 statements as part of their ongoing investigations on two improvised explosive devices found under lawyer-activist Siti Kasim's car last week.

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  Peter John Jaban, activist from Sarawak

  *Urges Sarawakians to file a police report against Ragad*

  When thousands of Sarawakians gather at Padang Merdeka in Kuching (On Saturday 22 July 2023), to celebrate "Sarawak Day" or Sarawak's 60th independence day. Peter John and fellow activists staged a peaceful protest against the granting of citizenship to Ragad Kurdi Taib. Wife of TYT Sarawak-Taib Mahmud. Ragad and his two children were given Malaysian citizenship with Sarawak (Melanau) native status. In the meantime, there are many people of Sarawak origin who are still waiting for years to get citizenship and until now they have not been given citizenship. The express granting of citizenship to Ragad and his 2 children - very sad, plus they were given Sarawak native status. With such a status, Ragad has the privilege of owning and buying the land of Sarawak natives and Peter John is worried that one day this land in Sarawak will be owned and monopolized by rich people from Labenon State. I don't object to him being given normal citizenship like any other foreigner. But being given special treatment with Sarawak native status is outrageous.

  The absence of TYT Taib in the celebration of 60 years of Sarawak independence - last weekend. It seems to confirm the news that TVT Taib is in poor health. However, Peter insisted that the Sarawak government is more than ready to deal with Taib's absence. Of course the Sarawak government has a candidate to replace Taib as TYT. Peter described Taib's administration for 33 years as an administration of iron nails. Many of the original people's rights were taken away, Taib's position was used to enrich his family and cronies. So much so that Taib became one of the richest people in Malaysia. If PMX is hunting Tun Daim and Tun Mahathir for getting rich by misusing power. So Taib should also be PMX Anwar's priority - Said Peter John. Peter john Believe in the absence and departure of Taib from the political map of Sarawak. The situation will be more conducive for the people of Sarawak. Peter reiterated his warning that the people of Sarawak are facing a subtle threat that undermines their rights as Sarawakian natives. Therefore, he urged the people of Sarawak to file a police report against Ragad to stop the wrong practices that have been done all this time. Peter is satisfied with the granting of a public holiday on July 22 every year - his struggle demands that "Sarawak Day" be made a public holiday since 2013.

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  Wahid Anyie, Penan resident from Long Belok

  *Shinyang demolished Penan blockade again*

  The Penan blockade at Long Belok and Long Sanyan was demolished by Shin Yang for the second time on 19.7.2023. Not only was Shin Yang not allowed to log in the reserve forest for the lives of the Penan people, but for many years ago Shin Yang cheated the Penan people in these two villages. Shin Yang cut and felled many logs. But little is reported and little commission is paid to the Penan people. The Penan people forbade Shin Yang Kejin Camp from continuing to cheat like this and asked for the logging to stop before any decision is reached.

  In addition, Wahid Anyie is not satisfied with the treatment provided by Shin Yang to logging workers who are sick or have an accident. The sick worker should be under Shin Yang's responsibility. But often Shin Yang does not want to finance the treatment costs of Penan workers who work with Shin Yang. Wahid and his friends will go to meet the assistant district officer in Long Bedian next Monday to find a solution to their problem.

  For now, Wahid and his friends will continue to set up a blockade once again.

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  Mr Lela from Usahajaya Tukau

  *Last house in village was demolished by Parabena*

  The last house in the traditional village of Usahajaya Tukau, owned by Mr. Lela, who had been living there for over 20 years, was demolished and only compensated with 3,000 MYR by Parabena. According to Mr. Lela, he was allowed to temporarily reside on Parabena's land until all the victims were given plots of land under the Resettlement Placement Scheme (SPS).

  Mr. Lela is disappointed with the actions of the Land and Survey department, as he feels they do not respect the livelihood of the community in the traditional village. For him, only the Land and Survey department knows the future plans for each area in Tukau. He questions why there was a 24-hour electricity connection project given to land that will be taken away from the people. Mr. Lela requests that the government pay more attention to the issues faced by the people.

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  Nasir Nash, activist of Orang Asli from Kelantan

  *Rebuilding Faith in Education and Safety for Indigenous Communities*

  Seven years ago, a tragic incident occurred at SK Pos Tohoi, where 5 out of 7 primary school students lost their lives. The devastating event continues to haunt the parents and students, leaving them traumatized to this day. Recently, there was a bit of relief as the court ordered the government to compensate the 7 affected families with a total of RM1.4 million, which also covers the case management.

  However, the incident had a profound impact on the surrounding communities, leading to a loss of confidence in the school's management and security. The parents perceive it as mistreatment towards their children. Compounding the issue is the school's remote location, making it challenging for some communities to monitor their young children closely, relying heavily on the teachers.

  Although some improvements were made after the incident, such as upgrading the school facilities, including fences, classrooms, and hostels, concerns about the overall school conditions and loose security remain.

  As the upcoming 6 States election approaches, the Orang Asli community is closely observing three main factors. Firstly, historically, the Orang Asli has been known as diehard voters of BN (Barisan Nasional). Secondly, they consider the influence of the state government, with the current federal government being popular. Finally, they are evaluating the commitment and promises of the candidates vying for their support.

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  Jimmy from Miri

  *High-Income State or High-Income Discontent? Examining Sarawak's Realities*

  Jimmy shares his views on Sarawak's high-income state status. According to Jimmy, the government only targets the interests of the privileged and projects benefiting cronies. He believes that a significant number of Sarawakians still earn low wages, making it difficult for them to support their families' expenses until the end of the month. The government seems to care only when other countries' data portrays Sarawak as developed, but this progress is primarily concentrated in urban centers, leaving the rural areas far behind and not befitting a high-income state. Jimmy questions whether wastage, abuse of power, corruption, and land seizures from the people are what constitute being considered a high-income state. He believes the government should take action to return the rights to the people and support them in developing their lands instead of favoring large corporations. If Sarawak is truly a high-income state, then it's time for the government to provide opportunities for the people to progress together and move forward.

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Topik Pada Hari Ini
> Dennis Along, Pengarah Komunikasi PKR Baram – Rakyat Sarawak Tuntut Pemulangan Tanah Yang Dirampas Keluarga Taib Mahmud
> Jeffrery Ngui, Pengerusi Muda Sarawak – Pembangunan GPS hanya menjadikan syarikat kaya, tetapi rakyat tidak mendapat manfaat
> Fiqah Roslan, jurucakap kempen TiadaGuru – Reformasi Diperlukan untuk Memastikan Hak Pelajar Dilindungi

On Today Show
> Dennis Along, PKR Baram Communications Director – Sarawakians Demand Return of Land Confiscated by Taib Mahmud's Family
> Jeffrery Ngui, Chairman of Muda Sarawak – GPS gov's development only makes companies rich, but the people do not benefit
> Fiqah Roslan, spokeperson for TiadaGuru campaign (No Teacher) – Reform Needed to Ensure Students' Rights Are Protected

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  Dennis Along, PKR Baram Communications Director.

  *Sarawakians Demand Return of Land Confiscated by Taib Mahmud's Family*

  Dennis gave feedback regarding 2 news involving TYT Taib Mahmud.

  According to Dennis, the majority of Sarawakians are puzzled as to why TYT Taib Mahmud was not present at the celebration of 60 years of Sarawak Independence. It is the biggest festival in the history of Sarawak and it is an official government event that requires the presence of TYT. Dennis demanded the Palace to provide further explanation. Or did TYT Taib Mahmud deliberately not want to be in public because he was ashamed of the achievements of Sarawak where there are still many poor people, asked Dennis.

  For the record, Taib was the Chief Minister of Sarawak for 33 years. Other than that. Today Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim warned that action will be taken against the two richest politicians in Malaysia.

  Although not naming names, a Sarawakian - Francis Paul Siah thinks that what PMX Anwar is referring to - is Tun Daim and Tun Mahathir. But Paul Siah asked that Taib Mahmud's name be included in the list that will be taken action. Share the same opinion. Dennis requested that PMX take strict action against Taib Mahmud and also his accomplices in Sarawak. The evidence is clear according to Dennis – many political leaders are rich but the people remain poor. Dennis also requested that PMX correct the injustice in Sarawak, where the Taib family confiscated much of the natives' land. Dennis asked for it to be returned immediately. Does Taib's absence in Sarawak have anything to do with PMX Anwar Ibrahim's actions of chasing rich people who steal the people's wealth? Contact us to share your thoughts. 013-5515219.

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  Jeffrery Ngui, Chairman of Muda Sarawak

  *GPS gov's development only makes companies rich, but the people do not benefit*

  Sarawak Premier Abang Johari during the Sarawak Day 2023 celebration at Padang Merdeka, said that Sarawakians must continue to join hands and stay committed in steering Sarawak towards achieving its vision of becoming a developed and high-income state by 2030.

  Jeffrery compared the state government to a company and the people of Sarawak to employees. He said that the company is constantly making money and becoming rich, but it is not giving anything back to the employees. How can the employees become rich with the company?

  In the same way, the GPS state government is only making the companies rich, but it is not seeing the suffering of the people. Forget about reaching the high-income state by 2030, the people are even struggling to escape poverty. Therefore, he said that Abang Jo's speech is groundless.

  He said that Abang Jo should not just talk about his vision, but he should also list how to implement it. He said that this is very important, because in the past, GPS has always put forward many visions, but there are no good plans. The people just listen and forget about it. We don't want empty signboards.

  For example, development projects should be open and transparent tenders, not for the benefit of cronies. The government should not ignore the inland indigenous communities, but only care about the wealth of the 5% of businessmen and cronies.

  On the occasion of the 60th anniversary of Sarawak Day, the people of Sarawak are concerned about the development of Sarawak. Although the GPS government is proud of its development, Jeffery said that no matter how many shopping malls or skyscrapers are built, if the people do not have the purchasing power, it is a development in name only. He gave the example of the ART that is about to be built. How many people will be able to use it? "

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  Fiqah Roslan, spokeperson for TiadaGuru campaign (No Teacher)

  *Reform Needed to Ensure Students' Rights Are Protected*

  Three students who filed a suit against their former English language teacher in Sabah’s northern Kota Belud district for being absent from class for seven months and four others including the government have won their case in the High Court here.

  From the recent outcome of court case where the court had delivered a judgement in favour of three Plaintiffs(students) against a Teacher, Principal and Others. There are good and bad implications.

  Positively this case sending a message for those students who facing the same issue and who in the community that are under pressure should not be afraid anymore. This case shows that action can be taken and also an ordinary also can demand for justice.

  However, negatively, although we have won a case, after years of struggled. In the part education institution itself there is still lope hole and leakage in term of to ensure this kind of right is secure. As this may not guaranty that this kind of case will not happen again in future. What we can see now that this is a precedent case where action can be taken in term of security is still an issue, as reformation is yet to be implemented at the higher level.

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Topik Pada Hari Ini
> Randau Khas – Esok adalah 722 Hari Sarawak, Tetapi TYT Taib Mahmud berada di luar negara
> Wahid Anyie, Penduduk Penan Long Belok – Orang Penan mahukan rundingan secara aman, bukan provokasi dan pergaduhan
> Abun Sui, Senator PKR Sarawak – Penduduk Belaga Mahu Naik taraf daerah Belaga kepada Bahagian ke-13
> Mejar Moses, Presiden PBDS baharu – PBDS tidak akan mengikut jejak langkah PSB
> Thomas Fann, pengerusi Bersih 2.0 – Garis Panduan Cadang Bersih untuk Pilihan Raya Adil

On Today Show
> Special Randau – Tomorrow is 722 Sarawak Day, But TYT Taib Mahmud is oversea
> Wahid Anyie, Resident of Penan Long Belok – Penan people want peaceful negotiations, not provocations and fights
> Abun Sui, Senator of Sarawak PKR – Residents of Belaga Want for 13th Sarawak Division
> Mejar Moses, new PBDS President – PBDS will not follow in PSB's footsteps
> Thomas Fann, chairperson of Bersih 2.0 – Bersih Suggest Guidelines for Fair Elections

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  Special Randau

  > Tomorrow is 722 Sarawak Day, But TYT Taib Mahmud is oversea.

  > Felda’s debts to various creditors were only paid by the federal government this year, two years after the troubled agency waived the debts of Felda settlers. Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the Muhyiddin Yassin administration had promised the waiver in 2021 and Felda initiated the waiver process that same year.

  > Lawyer-activist Siti Kasim decried an alleged attempt on her life after a purported bomb was found on her car. According to her, the object was found attached to the undercarriage of her vehicle when she sent it for servicing at a workshop in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, earlier today.

  > Anthony Loke's visit to Sarawak agreed to the establishment of Boutique Airkines, Hope there are cheap fares for the people of Sarawak

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  Wahid Anyie, Resident of Penan Long Belok

  *Penan people want peaceful negotiations, not provocations and fights*

  Wahid gave an update on the blockade set up by two Penan villages, namely Long Belok and Long Sanyan. Wahid felt sad because their blockade was demolished by the Shin Yang Kejin Camp company on July 18, 2023. Also involved in the demolition process are the forest department and the police. However, a day later the blockade was re-established on 19 July 2023. The Penan people asked for a dialogue to be held before Shin Yang entered the logging area that preserves the catchment/drinking water area and the protected area that the Penan people depend on to live in this protected forest area. The Penan people want peaceful negotiations, not provocations and fights - said Wahid Anyie.

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  Abun Sui, Senator of Sarawak PKR

  *Residents of Belaga Want for 13th Sarawak Division*

  Abun said the dreams and hopes of the people of Sarawak to experience better development culminated in the era of the Unity Government when the relationship between the federal and state governments was at its best.

  The recent statement by the Premier of Sarawak which imagines the Serian Division in the state as if it were a mini New Zealand is hoped to realize the residents' dream for the area to be developed as a tourist attraction. Abun said that there is another dream which is the residents of Belaga who want the area to be appointed as the 13th Sarawak Division because of its geographical position near the new capital of Indonesia, Nusantara.

  He said it caused him to be called to voice the dream of the people of Belaga District for the area to be elevated to the 13th Sarawak Division. If Serian is dreamed of becoming like a mini New Zealand, they the people of Belaga District, it is enough to elevate this district to the 13th Division.

  Abun said that he had an informal discussion with the Premier of Sarawak regarding the position of Belaga and hoped that there would be further action regarding the matter.

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  Mejar Moses, new PBDS President

  *PBDS will not follow in PSB's footsteps*

  Mejar Moses told RFS about the revival of PBDS after not having a leader for several months. The main focus now is to choose a leader for each section, claim the Dayak area as the focus of the upcoming campaign and reconquer the Dayak area.

  PBDS This time more openness to all races including the Ulu people and those of other religions can also be accepted in PBDS.

  Mejar Moses insisted that they will continue to remain as the Solo opposition in Sarawak even though in the past campaign they signed an MOU with PSB and PBK with the opposition, now that is no longer relevant after the last election and thus PBDS today stands alone as a Solo Opposition party in Sarawak. PBDS will not follow in PSB's footsteps.

  PBDS sticks to the principle of fighting for the Dayak issue.

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  Thomas Fann, chairperson of Bersih 2.0

  *Bersih Suggest Guidelines for Fair Elections*

  Thomas Fann said that for the coming 6 States elections, Bersih received reports that the Unity Government Prime Minister and the Ministers in their public speeches or government events, made special allocations for farmers, fishermen in Kedai, religious schools in Penang, and so on.

  Bersih is concerned if those are kind of offense. Those 6 states are under caretaker government. However, the Federal government is still functioning, and it is not wise to want them to be in caretaker mode as the country needs to run.

  Therefore, Bersih proposed 3 guidelines, the 3Cs:

  - There should be no conditions attached to any allocation announcement or promise of project to be done at this time.

  - The Prime Minister or ministers should not use the stage as a campaign platform for their party.

  - No candidate should be in the ministers' group in their official duties. This creates an unfair playing field.

  Thomas Fann said that the same guidelines should apply to the Federal election, even though the state governments are still functioning. He wants to ensure that all parties have a fair chance in the elections. He hopes that the SPR or government secretary will take his situation into consideration and release their official guidelines. In the past, the caretaker government was not in political dialogue.

  However, Thomas Fann believes that these guidelines can be made better, including those states governments that are not involved in the election.

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Topik Pada Hari Ini
> Alan Ling See Kiong, Bekas senator dan kini Setiausaha PH Sarawak - PSB tidak berubah, ia sentiasa menjadi parti blok GPS
> Dennis Along, pengarah Komunikasi PKR Baram - Tolak PSB dan GPS pada pilihan raya akan datang
> Baru Bian, Setiausaha Agung PSB - PSB akan bekerjasama dengan kerajaan perpaduan yang boleh meramalkan landskap politik semasa
> Elias, naib pengerusi PKR Baram – kerajaan membina jalan raya tanpa pengawasan dan membenarkan trak merosakkan jalan raya

On Today Show
> Alan Ling See Kiong, Former senator and now the Sarawak PH Secretary - PSB has not changed, it has always been a bloc party of GPS
> Dennis Along, PKR Baram Communication director - Reject PSB and GPS on coming elections
> Baru Bian, Secretary General of PSB - PSB to collabration with unity gov as can forsee that current political landscape
> Elias, vice chairman of PKR Baram – gov build road without supervision, and allowed trucks damage the roads 

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  Alan Ling See Kiong, Former Senator and now the Sarawak PH secretary

  PSB has not changed, it has always been a bloc party of GPS

  Now it has been proven like what we said before the last Sarawak PRN 2021 - that PSB is only acting to split votes. As a result, PH Sarawak lost badly in PRN 2021. PRN 2016 (PRN11) PH Sarawak won 10 state assembly seats but because of PSB's role in splitting votes (Supposedly as the third power) will replace GPS- in PRN12, PH Sarawak won only 2 seats through DAP and PKR and AMANAH lost all the contested seats. It has not even been 5 years since PSB has asked to cooperate with GPS through PDP (Parti Tiong King Sing). This is what PSB really looks like- said Alan ling. Alan Ling said DAP is a principled party, once DAP only won one seat in the Sarawak State Assembly, but still did not submit to GPS.

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  Dennis Along, PKR Baram communications director

  Reject PSB and GPS in coming elections

  What did PSB, PDP and GPS do to close the door, so that PH cannot enter Sarawak. The same policy was carried out by the previous administration when Sarawak BN did not allow UMNO to enter and contest in Sarawak. Now GPS Sarawak works with PSB so that there is no room for PH Sarawak to ask for a seat to contest. On the grounds that the GPS coalition has represented the Unity government in Sarawak. Dennis hopes that the people will wake up and reject the GPS coalition in the upcoming elections.

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  Baru Bian, Secretary general of PSB

  PSB to collaboration with unity govt as can foresee that current political landscape

  PSB to collaboration with unity govt as we can foresee that current political landscape.

  In West Malaysia PN, PAS, including Mahathir, their preparation for the coming 6 states' elections. They brought up religion, race and Royalty or 3R issues. Recently Mahathir raised up an issue that multiracialism is unconstitutional and Malaysia is Tanah Melayu.

  He said, after GE 15, where he made a statement, urged for GPS to collaborate with PH to form a coalition government. That is the best way directly to uphold Unity government. They collaborate with PDP is a positive move especially for the Dayaks.

  If we look at previous Sarawak State election where GPS won 76 seats while the opposition only won 6 seats. Meaning that GPS is strong enough.

  Personally as individul he ever ready to continue as opposition . But when look into a huge picture, there is a need for his people in Bakalalan. But there is no allocation provided. And that is a disadvantage .

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  Elias, vice chairman of PKR Barsm

  The government built the road without supervision, and allowed the trucks damage the road section

  He commented on the quality of the main road to Long Lama which is dangerous for road users, this is due to the lack of monitoring since the completion of the Road. Enforcers do not go to field to inspect the condition of the Road from time to time. In addition, overloaded lorries contribute to road damage. But what is strange is why the quality or tar standard of the road does not meet the federal road standard? While the Peninsular Road is very good but the road in Sarawak can be said to be a sick road. There are lots of patches here and there and this is very clear that there are budget deviations during the construction of roads in Sarawak. Request the government or JKR to monitor from time to time the condition of the roads in Sarawak especially to Long lama from Peninjau junction which needs immediate action.

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Topik Pada Hari Ini
> Iswardy Morni, Aktivis/Penganalisis Politik – Parti Politik Harus Fokus pada Dasar, Bukan Serangan Peribadi
> Abun Sui, Senator PKR Sarawak – Kerjasama PSB dengan PDP boleh menamatkan pembangkang di Sarawak
> Baru Bian, Peguam dan Ahli Dewan Undangan Negeri Ba'Kelalan – Pekerja Sarawak Layak Dilayan Adil
> Elia Bit, seorang aktivis sosial dari Lapok – GPS Perlu Tumpu Penyediaan Kemudahan Asas untuk setiap Klinik kesihatan sedia ada

On Today Show
> Iswardy Morni, Activist/Political Analyst – Political Parties Should Focus on Policies, Not Personal Attacks
> Abun Sui, Senator of PKR Sarawak – PSB's partnership with PDP could spell the end of the opposition in Sarawak
> Baru Bian, Lawyer and Member of the State Assembly Ba'Kelalan – Sarawak Workers Deserve Fair Treatment
> Elia Bit, a social activist from Lapok – GPS Should Focus on Providing Basic Facilities for every existing health Clinics

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  Special Randau

  > Caretaker Kedah menteri besar Muhammad Sanusi pleaded not guilty to two charges of sedition in the Sessions Court here today. He was charged under Section 4(1)(A) of the Sedition Act for statements made on July 11 that insulted the Selangor Ruler Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah during a speech in Gombak.

  > Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has accused the current administration of using enforcement agencies to silence him.

  > Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim pointed out that since caretaker Kedah menteri besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor had touched on the rulers, the use of the draconian Sedition Act against him was unavoidable

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  Iswardy Morni, Activist/Political Analyst

  *Political Parties Should Focus on Policies, Not Personal Attacks*

  Kedah caretaker Menteri Besar Sanusi Muhammad Nor was charged in the Selayang Sessions Court today on 2 separate charges, namely incitement regarding the appointment of the Selangor Menteri Besar by the Sultan of Selangor and the establishment of a unity government with the approval of the King/Agong. Immediately after leaving the court, Sanusi in a media sitting accused the Anwar Ibrahim-led government of using the police to suppress the voice of the people with the aim of affecting the chances of the PAS&PN party winning the elections in 6 states.

  According to Iswardy, Sanusi's statement is incorrect. Many PAS and PN leaders have been speaking for the past month, but they have not been charged or arrested (freedom of speech). As long as it doesn't break the law.

  Sanusi has questioned the authority of the King in the appointment of the Menteri Besar and has touched on religious and racial issues - which have the potential to cause tension and fighting. The one who filed a police report against Sanusi was the Royal Advisor to the Sultan of Selangor.

  Iswardy is of the opinion that the government does not block any political talk - just don't touch the 3R issue - King, religion and race. Related to the question of what form the content of the talk is in a mature political framework? Iswardy hopes that the political parties will speak by presenting the good policies that their party has implemented and criticizing the bad policies that their political opponents have implemented. Asked, will Sanusi's prosecution have a negative impact on voter support in the elections in 6 states. It depends on how well each party's machinery is able to explain what is happening and convince their supporters and undecided voters.

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  Abun Sui, Senator of PKR Sarawak

  *PSB's partnership with PDP could spell the end of the opposition in Sarawak*

  Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) has announced a partnership with the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP), which is a component of the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) state government. This move has been met with criticism from Pakatan Harapan (PH), who say that PSB is no longer an opposition party in Sarawak and that its president, Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh, should resign as opposition leader.

  Abun Sui said that PSB's decision to partner with PDP is akin to PSB trying to wipe out the opposition in Sarawak. He pointed out that PDP is a component of the GPS state government, which means that PSB is now effectively a partner of the government.

  Abun Sui also said that PSB's decision to support GPS Premier Abang Johari Openg is strange, as Wong never declared that he would quit as opposition leader in Sarawak. He said that PSB's decision to partner with PDP is a clear sign that the party is no longer interested in being the opposition in Sarawak.

  The partnership between PSB and PDP could have a significant impact on the political landscape in Sarawak. With PSB now effectively a partner of the government, the opposition in Sarawak is now reduced to just two seats, held by DAP. This could make it difficult for the opposition to hold the government to account.

  It remains to be seen what the long-term implications of PSB's partnership with PDP will be. However, it is clear that this move has the potential to spell the end of the opposition in Sarawak.

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  Baru Bian, Lawyer and Member of the State Assembly Ba'Kelalan

  *Sarawak Workers Deserve Fair Treatment*

  The Sarawak Labour Ordinance is currently being amended, and the proposed changes differ from the Malaysian Labour Act. Sarawak has yet to implement the Malaysian Labour Act, and is instead using its own labour ordinance.

  One of the key differences between the two ordinances is the number of days of maternity leave. The Malaysian Labour Act provides for 90 days of paid maternity leave, while the Sarawak Labour Ordinance only provides for 60 days.

  Baru Bian believes that any amendment to the Sarawak Labour Ordinance should be balanced with the provisions of the Malaysian Labour Act. This would ensure that all workers in Sarawak are treated fairly, regardless of whether they are migrant workers or local workers.

  He also urges the GPS government to amend the labor law to give workers fair laws. He agrees that workers in Sarawak are not treated fairly, and that this problem is not limited to Sarawak, but exists throughout Malaysia.

  He said that the amended of the Sarawak Labour Ordinance suggestions are reasonable and well-argued. It is important that all workers in Sarawak, regardless of their nationality, are treated fairly.

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  Elia Bit, a social activist from Lapok

  *GPS Should Focus on Providing Basic Facilities for every existing health Clinics*

  elia criticized the GPS government saying that will build 287 health clinics with broadband (internet connection).

  Elia said that the government should provide facilities in every existing health clinic. Because even in big hospitals, there are still many shortages where patients in some cases have to go to Kuching to treat their illness.

  Clinics that have internet access as stated that it is only a promise by the GPS opposition to deceive the people...... while the problem of lack of water, electricity and roads that are paved to the hinterland even now, 60 years after independence, cannot be completed for the sake of the people's comfort.

  Elia did not believe the promise of development at all.

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Topik Pada Hari Ini
> John Brian, aktivis politik – PSB, parti oportunis

> George dari Baram – Taib bukan bapa Sarawak moden

> Pn. Irnie dari Kampung Ganuh Pahang – Polis tangkap orang asli Pahang yang mempertahankan tanah mereka

> En. Roma, Sarawakian bekerja di Selangor – Menolak Infografik Perbelanjaan Groceries J-Kom sebagai "tidak masuk akal"

On Today Show
> John Brian, political activist – PSB, an opportunist party
> George from Baram – Taib not the father of moden Sarawak
> Pn. Irnie of Kampung Ganuh Pahang – Police arrest orang asli from Pahang who defending their land
> Mr. Roma, Sarawakian working in Selangor – Slams J-Kom's Grocery Cost Infographic as "Nonsense"

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  Special Randau

  > Selangor ruler Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah said that the matter concerning Kedah caretaker MB Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor's speech has not been resolved. Sanusi had written to the ruler to apologize for his speech, but the ruler said that the matter is still not over. Sanusi's speech had compared Kedah and Selangor's royal households, and claimed that the Kedah ruler would not have chosen Amirudin Shari as menteri besar.

  > Sara aid recipients can make cashless purchases at 600 supermarkets and grocery stores nationwide. Participating retailers include Mydin, 99 Speedmart, Econsave, Lotus's and Giant Hypermarket. Recipients need only show their MyKad when making purchases.

  > Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) has vouched its full support to Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) for greater unity and solidarity in the state. PSB president Wong Soon Koh said the party is pledging its full support to Premier Abang Johari Tun Openg to ensure that all initiatives and efforts to make Sarawak a developed state successful.

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  John Brian, political activist

  *PSB, an opportunist party*

  The cooperation of PSB (President Wong Son Koh) with PDP (President Tiong King Sing) is surprising but easy to read. According to John - This cooperation is aimed at business monopoly. During the administration of Adnan Satem as the chief minister of Sarawak, many timber licenses belonging to the Foochow Chinese were canceled, angering the timber industry. Son Koh and Tiong are descendants of FooChow. But with the change of leadership at the center and state. Son koh will get business benefits if he cooperates with the Premier of Sarawak and the central government. That is the main motive of Son Koh and Tiong king Sing. Apart from that, PSB's support for GPS will weaken the Dayak voice. PSB knows that parties based on Dayak support such as PBDS, Aspiration, SEDAR and PBK are too small and will not challenge GPS. Continuing with these parties will not benefit PSB. So with the Movement that PSB made - PSB can gain business from the central and state governments. At the same time the threat to GPS has been reduced. If this continues then the business wealth of the Foochow Chinese in Sarawak will continue to be preserved. John hopes that Sarawak's Dayak voters will be wise to evaluate this development and vote wisely in the future.

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  George from Baram

  *Taib not the father of moden Sarawak*

  According to the Borneo Post, Taib Mahmud is one of those rare breed of politicians who has helped transform Sarawak from a mere backwater area in the 1960s into a modern and progressive region in Malaysia today, and named him as “Father of Moden Sarawak”.

  George disagrees with this. He said that if Taib is the father of modern Sarawak, why are there still many rural areas in Sarawak without basic infrastructure? Why are the rural indigenous people still poor?

  He points out that although Sarawak has made progress since the 1960s, those developments have only enriched politicians and their cronies.

  Taib's wealth is built on the exploitation of forests and the destruction of indigenous customary lands. The so-called development is only for the benefit of Taib and his cronies, not for the benefit of the rural people. Therefore, he does not agree that Taib Mahmud is the so-called father of moden Sarawak.

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  Pn. Irnie of Kampung Ganuh Pahang

  *Police arrest orang asli from Pahang who defending their land*

  Pn. Irnie’s husband – Azlan protested a logging company’s alleged encroachment into native customary land in Kampung Ganoh, Pahang, was arrested by police on 3 July.

  Her husband was arrested for kicking the tyre of a car belonging to one of the company’s surveyors, He has been remanded since 5 July and could be charged for criminal intimidation.

  The incident took place when the Orang Asli community in Kampung Ganoh had tried to block the surveyors from entering their land. The area proposed to be logged is located directly in a “Hutan Tadahan Air” (water catchment forest)

  Azlan has been released, but his phone has been confiscated by the police. Local residents are still determined to prevent the logging company from entering their land. They do not understand why the Pahang Forestry Department approved a water catchment forest to be logged, and allow a company to make preparations for logging in a water catchment forest.

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  Mr. Roma, Sarawakian working in Selangor

  *Slams J-Kom's Grocery Cost Infographic as "Nonsense"*

  Mr Roma share his opinion, saying that is hard to leave in Selangor and still the J-kom showing the non-sense infographic data that does not make sense

  The Community Communications Department (J-Kom) released an infographic that estimated the cost of groceries for a month. The infographic was met with criticism for being unrealistic and tone-deaf..

  Roma has lived in Selangor for 16 years, saying that the monthly kitchen expenses of the whole family are over 1K because all items have to be bought and extra. Also, the high price of items will increase the family's expenses even more. How could J-kom make such a statement?

  He hopes that Prime Minister Anwar will ask J-kom to review the matter, and understand the people's situation.

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Topik Pada Hari Ini
> Andrian Lasimbang, Bekas Senator/Aktivis Orang Asli Sabah – Hidrogen Hijau: Tidak Hijau Seperti Yang Disangka
> Encik David dari Miri – J-kom menganggarkan kos barangan runcit adalah tidak realistik, adakah Ahli Parlimen tertentu membelanjakan di bawah RM 400 sebulan?

On Today Show
> Andrian Lasimbang, Former Sabah Indigenous Senator/Activist – Green Hydrogen: Not as Clean as it Seems
> Mr. David from Miri –  J-kom estimated of cost of groceries is unrealistic, does certain MPs spending below RM 400 per month?

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  Special Randau:

  > The National Carbon Policy, which aims, among others, to provide guidance on carbon trading at the state level, is expected to be ready to be implemented this year, said Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad. He said the Malaysia Climate Change Action Council (MyCAC) meeting chaired by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will be held this Friday (July 14) to present the latest status of the policy and detail the scope of legislation that needs to be implemented under the policy framework.

  > PM Anwar met with Elon Musk to discuss the use of Starlink satellite network to provide faster internet speeds in rural areas in Malaysia. Anwar welcomed Musk's willingness to come to Malaysia and said that this initiative will increase Malaysians' capacity and wellbeing.

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  Andrian Lasimbang, Former Sabah Indigenous Senator/Activist

  *Green Hydrogen: Not as Clean as it Seems*

  Related to the development of the promotion of green hydrogen as a clean fuel in the future, by the Sarawak state government, Andrian thought it was not entirely true. Moreover, electricity sources from hydro Bakun, Murum, Batang Ai and Baleh are used to power plants that produce green hydrogen. Green hydrogen is clean, but the construction of hydroelectricity destroys vast forests and releases large amounts of carbon dioxide into the air. Furthermore, in the long term, hydro dams produce methane gas 4 times more polluting than carbon dioxide gas. Therefore, saying that this green hydrogen is 100 percent clean is incorrect. After all, the process of liquefying green hydrogen into gas when it is to be used, requires a hydrogen fuel cell that also contains Rey earth material. This means that the production process and green hydrogen cycle are still polluting.

  Political Secretary to Dato Seri Dr. Jeffrey Ketinggan (Deputy Chief Minister of Sabah), Anuar Ghani informed, Sabah loses RM8 million a day when it delays the Nature Conservation Agreement (NCA) with Hock Standard Limited from Singapore to allow an area of 2 million hectares in Sabah to be involved in carbon trading. According to Andrian, the problem is for Sabahans because this agreement was done secretly and kept secret. They also do not know the real issue of the content of the agreement. What Adrian do know is that 2 million hectares of land is involved and but do not know where the land in question is located. As such, Andrian has initiated an initial suit in the Sabah court to uncover the content of the agreement. Other developments indicate that the Attorney General of Sabah has concluded that the agreement is invalid. However, if the collaboration between the Sabah government and companies from Singapore is successful, it will abolish the NCR rights of Sabah natives and 2 million hectares of land will be leased under the control of the Lion Gate Company for 100 years. Of course the people of Sabah objected to this action. In this matter, the Sabah government is urged to reveal the real information.

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  Mr. David from Miri

  *J-kom estimated of cost of groceries is unrealistic, does certain MPs spending below RM 400 per month?*

  The Community Communications Department (J-Kom) released an infographic that estimated the cost of groceries for a month. The infographic was met with criticism for being unrealistic and tone-deaf.

  The infographic estimated that a family of four would spend RM397.80 a month on groceries, while a single person would spend RM234.60. However, social media users pointed out that these estimates were too low, and that the infographic did not take into account the rising cost of living.

  For example, the infographic estimated that a 10kg bag of rice would cost RM38, but the current market price is closer to RM50. In addition, the infographic did not take into account the cost of other essential groceries, such as vegetables, fruits, and dairy products. As a result, the infographic was seen as being unrealistic and out of touch with the reality of the rising cost of living.

  Mr David disagrees with the infographic on people's spending in the midst of rising prices. David is a single father with 3 children and has to spend at least RM600 in two weeks for school expenses, household bills, etc. Even if his salary is RM1500 or RM1800 a month, it is not enough. David is surprised how J-kom can make such an estimate. David questions the spending of a certain MP, is their spending also below RM400 per month?

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Topik Pada Hari Ini

> Randau Khas – Pentingnya Pertimbangan terhadap Manfaat bagi Orang Asli dalam Hidrogen Hijau
> Iswardi Morni, Aktivis dan analis politik - Pendapatan Sarawak tinggi, tetapi pembahagian kekayaan tidak sekata.

> Wahid Anyie, Penan Long Belok Baram - Penan Long Belok menubuhkan blokade untuk menghentikan Shinyang merampas kawasan hutan yang dilindungi

> Chris Lau, Wartawan bebas dari Sarawak - Kritikan terhadap Cadangan Penternakan Ayam Muhyiddin sebagai penyelesaian yang tidak berkesan terhadap masalah ekonomi.

On Today Show
> Special Randau - Consideration of Benefits for Indigenous People in Hydro Power and Green Hydrogen Projects
> Iswardi Morni, Activist and political analyst – Sarawak’s income is high, but the distribution of wealth is uneven
> Wahid Anyie, Penan Long Belok Baram – Penan Long Belok set blockaded to stop Shinyang encroach their protected forest area
> Chris Lau, independent Journalist from Sarawak – Criticism of Muhyiddin's Chicken Farming Proposal as an Ineffective Solution to Economic Problems

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  Special Randau

  > Recently arrested former 1MDB executive Jasmine Loo wants to assist authorities in expediting asset recovery efforts related to the scandal

  > The production of Green Hydrogen through electrolysis using electrical energy sources instead of hydro dams has been identified as a contributor to global warming. Whether indigenous people benefit economically from hydro power and green hydrogen projects is something that Environment Minister Nik Nazmi and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim should consider when facing Sarawak Chief Minister Abang Johari Tun Openg in the upcoming National Carbon Policy meeting, scheduled for tomorrow, Friday, July 14, 2023.

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  Iswardi Morni, Activist and political analyst

  *Sarawak’s income is high, but the distribution of wealth is uneven*

  Related to the announcement by World Bank economist Apurva Sangi that Sarawak is now classified as a high-income state. It is true that according to the calculation of per capita income (total income divided by the total population) the income of the people of Sarawak is high - more than RM5000 per month. However, this does not reflect the actual situation. It is true that Sarawak's income is high, but the distribution of wealth is uneven. Therefore, one of the ways for fair economic distribution is by empowering the people's economy.

  The agriculture and tourism sectors have the potential to contribute directly to the economic improvement of poor communities in rural areas. Therefore, land-related policies such as current GPS practices should be reformed and should give advantages to poor people who really need it.

  The proposal of the Speaker of the National Assembly - Wan junaidi Tuanku Jaafar to introduce a law to make it easier for the Prime Minister to be dismissed through the Dewan Rakyat process - the presentation of prosecution motions and charges is a necessary and progressive one - according to Iswardi. The history of Tun M's administration as a dictator for 22 years is enough to warn Malaysians that Tun M often turns his back on the cabinet to make decisions that end up harming the country. With such a law in place, the Prime Minister will be more responsible and careful not to abuse his power.

  Wahid Anyie, Penan Long Belok Baram

  *Penan Long Belok set blockaded to stop Shinyang encroach their protected forest area*

  Wahid reported that Penan Long Belok and Penan Long Sanyan had set up a blockade on 8 July 2023 to prevent the Shin Yang Logging Company (Kejin Camp) from entering the Penan protected forest area. The protected forest area is the Penan's hunting area, it also houses the salty water area, medicines and the area that supplies clean water for the Penan. After Shin Yang went through Kejin Camp logging the area between Long Belok and Long Sanyan for 2 years. Now the logging area has entered and approached the Penan settlement area. All this time the Penan people in Long Sayan and Long Belok get a little payment from Shin Yang. But two years later. The Penan people in these two settlements are aware that they have been cheated through various means. We the Penan people have been in contact with Roland Engan's lawyer and we will defend our traditional land until Success. - Wahid Anyie said.

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  Chris Lau, independent Journalist from Sarawak

  *Criticism of Muhyiddin's Chicken Farming Proposal as an Ineffective Solution to Economic Problems*

  Muhyiddin Yassin, the chairman of the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition, has revealed that he has started raising chickens on his farm to address the shortage of eggs and the high cost of living in the country. He referred to a study conducted by researchers, where 1,200 respondents identified inflation as their most pressing concern. Muhyiddin aims to demonstrate that the problem can be overcome with determination, although he did not provide additional details about the study.

  However, Chris argues that this is an impractical suggestion. He has previously raised dozens of chickens and knows from experience that relying on chicken farming to combat economic issues only adds to the burden instead of alleviating it.

  Chris explains that the cost of purchasing feed for the chickens to ensure they grow and lay eggs is an additional financial burden. Furthermore, not everyone facing economic difficulties has access to farms, and even their living conditions may not be suitable for raising chickens. Therefore, he reiterates that Muhyiddin's suggestion of chicken farming as a solution to economic problems is ineffective and unreasonable.

  He finds it puzzling that Muhyiddin, being a former prime minister, would propose such a suggestion that does not align with the people's welfare.

  Chris believes that while the economic issues do need to be addressed, they cannot be resolved overnight. He points out that the previous government, Pakatan Harapan (PH), had promised to tackle economic problems within 100 days of taking office, which he considers overly impatient.

  He believes that the PH Unity government has the capability to address economic issues and urges leaders like Rafizi and Anwar to provide policies that directly benefit the people, enabling them to address pressing concerns in a shorter timeframe.

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Topik Pada Hari Ini
> Jok Jau Ivong, Penyelaras Sahabat Alam Malaysia (SAM) – Tiada dialog diatur oleh syarikat perladangan dan terus menceroboh tanah asal
> Puan Apek dari Miri – permohonan IC berpuluh tahun masih dalam proses
> Abun Sui, Senator PKR Sarawak – Sentiasa bersedia membantu pemohon untuk membuat susulan perkembangan permohonan Mykad
> Asraf dari Bersih – SPR perlu meleluaskan undi awal kepada semua pengundi

On Today Show
> Jok Jau Ivong, Coordinator of Sahabat Alam Malaysia (SAM) – No dialogue arrange by plantation companies and directly encroach the native land
> Puan Apek from Miri – IC application decades still in processing
> Abun Sui, Senator of PKR Sarawak – Always ready to assist applicants to follow up the progress of Mykad application
> Asraf, Bersih Steering Committee – EC must Open Voters Voting to All

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  Special Randau

  > Senate president Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar suggest that Parliament should introduce procedures to allow for the impeachment of prime ministers, and saying Malaysia currently lacks the ability to impeach prime minister. This presentation of prosecution motions is a necessary and progressive.

  > Police have arrested Jasmine Loo Ai Swan, an associate of fugitive businessperson Low Taek Jho (Jho Low), who was allegedly involved in the 1MDB scandal. Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail told reporters that she was arrested last Friday.

  > Zuraida Kamaruddin had gone to the Court of Appeal to quash a ruling for her to pay RM10 million to the ruling party for defecting after clinching the Ampang seat for the third time in the 14th general election (GE14).

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  Jok Jau Ivong, Coordinator of Sahabat Alam Malaysia (SAM)

  *No dialogue arrange by plantation companies and directly encroach the native land*

  Jok thinks that the two plantation companies that took the land of the villagers in Nanga Seridan, Long Sepiling and Lebu Kulat (Tinjar, Baram) are very good at manipulating the situation to achieve their goals. The initial step taken by this company should be to call a dialogue with the villagers and implement the survey parameters first. But these two steps were not done. On the other hand, this company encroached on the land of the villagers when there was a dispute between the residents of Nanga Seridan and the residents of Long Sepiling. When two parties fight, it is easy for the aggressors to achieve their goals. If the tense situation between the plantation company and the residents cannot be eased and if dialogue cannot solve their problems. Sahabat Alam Malaysia (SAM) advises residents to get a court order to stop the encroachment by the Mega Mansor and Miri Timur companies.

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  Puan Apek from Miri

  *IC application decades still in processing*

  Puan Apek is an Indonesian citizen and has been married to Sarawakian for 16 years and has 3 children. Their children are 16 yo, 15yo, and 10yo.

  Puan Apek said her three children's annual fees were paid at the Miri education office at RM600 a year. Their married are legally according to Iban customs and have a valid marriage certificate.

  But still, she need to stamp her Indonesian passport every year with a guarantee from her husband Apek at a cost of RM103.00 a year.

  She said that every time they come to the JPN office to check the status of permanent resident IC applications, the JPN often tells them that their application is still in process.

  it took their time and money decades, but JPN never told her the reason of taken so long of the process.

  RFS suggest her to seek Miri MP for help.

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  Abun Sui, Senator of PKR Sarawak

  *Always ready to assist applicants to follow up the progress of Mykad application*

  Every time the applicant's appeal is seen and reported or spread widely, then YBs of GPS will only focus on the case, assist and then show it on media. However, there are still many IC applicants who are ignored, turned a blind eye by YBs, and are still silently waiting for the application results.

  He said that these applicants are all Sarawakians and pose no threat to the government. Why are the status of their applications kept on hold or pushed back?

  He pointed out that JPN had task force to go rural, but it still didn't solve the problem. He gave an example, JPN requires applicants to show a marriage certificate, and those who do not have a certificate need to go to the JPN in the city to reapply. However, when the applicant went to the JPN in the city, they asked for a Mycard. This is a waste of the applicant's time and money.

  Abun Sui said that every time he enters the rural, he will collect the information of the applicants and bring to the city for follow-up, so he urged the applicants to prepare the information so that he can assist in the follow-up.

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  Asraf, Bersih Steering Committee

  *EC must Open Voters Voting to All*

  On the coming 6 states elections, Bersih will mobilise elections watch. Where there are already some sarawakians registered as elections watch in several constituencies.

  Sarawakians can evaluate on turn out percentage. If the turn out is low, like in West Malaysia roughly about 65 percent and above. Or 70 percents and above, this is slightly higher if compare to percentage in Sarawak recent election.

  he urged Sarawakian and NGOs to reform in order to give better election access to voters especially voters who are residing in other states.

  For example, Bersih is Insisting on Early Voting Initiative, means early voting before polling day and voters are to be counted in the same place

  This is an effort made for next Sarawak state elections, so that Sarawakians in other states can also vote locally instead of traveling long distances, spending time and money to go back to their hometowns to vote.

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Topik Pada Hari Ini

> Peter John, Aktivis Hak Asasi Manusia Sarawak – Kebimbangan dan Tuduhan Terkait Kewarganegaraan Ragad di Sarawak

> Robertson dari Ulu Tinjar – Kami Melawan Pencerobohan Tanah oleh Syarikat Perladangan di Sarawak

> Charles Santiago, bekas ahli parlimen Klang – Mengenai layanan teruk terhadap pendatang masih berleluasa di Malaysia

On Today Show
> Peter John, Sarawak Human Rights Activist – Concerns and Allegations Surrounding Ragad's Citizenship and Double Standards in Sarawak
> Robertson from Ulu Tinjar – We Fight Against Land Encroachment by Plantation Company in Sarawak
> Charles Santiago, former MP for Klang – On grotesque treatment toward migrants is still rampant in Malaysia

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  Special Randau

  > Lim Kit Siang's legal team has served a letter of demand on former minister Annuar Musa over allegations linked to the deadly racial riots on May 13, 1969. The DAP veteran's lawyer Sangeet Kaur Deo confirmed that they have served the legal letter at Annuar's house this afternoon.

  > The four abuse of power charges against Muhyiddin Yassin are complete with particulars to notify the former prime minister of the offences he was accused of, contended a prosecutor.

  > After serving as the Governor of Sarawak for 7 TYTs (Yang di-Pertua Negeri), Taib's service has been extended for the eighth time until 1st March 2024. Taib has been the Chief Minister of Sarawak for 33 years, starting from 26th March 1981, and has been the Governor of Sarawak since 1st March 2014.

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  Peter John, Sarawak Human Rights Activist

  *Concerns and Allegations Surrounding Ragad's Citizenship and Double Standards in Sarawak*

  Firstly, while the rich the elites plus Ragad managed to get their Malaysian citizenship in just a blink? While our indigenous peoples of different ethnics living in Sarawak for years, waiting for their ICs but in vain. This make Peter John wonder.

  He comment that where as all the time he personally Been helping Sarawak people to obtain their ICs, and those who are facing difficulties. Bring them to relevant departments. Most of the time they are being ignored, compare to those who are elites,, powerful people have no problems in getting their citizenship. That's why he said he is not happy with.

  he is concerning in the case of Ragad's citizenship, because those who are either husband or wife are local can obtain, but not as fast as Ragad.

  As He observe the process is actually very lengthy. And deem difficult for those from the interior coming to town to get the procedures of applications to get their ICs. So why so difficult for them and such an easy process for those elits.

  Ragad only married to Taib in the year 2011 if not mistaken. But got her citizenship in extremely fast. And straight away being Malanau. Which Act that she used in the Malanau customry.

  So dare to challenge Ragad to give speech in Malanau language, local Malay or in Iban language. What Peter John understand she does not speak malanau, even her children from her first marriage also able to get Malaysian citizenship. That is the most wired. So with that he start to investigate all the informations.

  Peter John said that when he got Ragad’s IC No, then Only he dare to lodged police report. Lodged report with MACC. So that MACC can investigate on abuse of power, or corruption Why she got her IC. he emphasizhe that he is not the only one not satisfied, there are many people out there who are not satisfy.

  Pertaining to summons on him. It is not wrong for public to debate on that issue. He said that if Ragad wants to accuse them for revealing all the information, that is public documents. Where we can get it from ROS, ROC, or Land and surveye, etc. They also can get from her own Tiktok, facebook. Tiktok from her son.

  And from that Peter John said Ragad can't intimidate the people, the poor. What is wrong when public questions them. Peter John also commen that, even Taib's first wife, the late Toh Puan Laila Taib can speaks Malanau, Iban, although without Malanau status.

  Ragad is from a chaos country and coming to Sarawak to became the King. This what Peter John said it is so called double standards.

  Peter John shared his experienced recently when he went to JPN. The moment they saw hin, quickly they asked to cut queue. But Peter John reject it, he said that, we must go according to our number.

  He said that he is in the opinion that system in the departments are mostly corrupted. They are very selective. Don't look down on the poor, farmers and etc. Most important is no double standards.

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  Robertson from Ulu Tinjar

  *Residents Fight Against Land Encroachment by Plantation Company in Sarawak*

  reported to the RFS that the garden land of residents in 3 Panjang houses in Batang Tinjar-Nanga Seridan, Long Sepiling and Lebu Kulat had been encroached by the plantation company Mega Masor and Miri Timur to be planted with palm oil. Residents in these 3 Panjang houses began to notice the presence of this plantation company during the MCO curfew in 2020. This company brings bulldozers and excavators to level the rubber and fruit gardens of the residents to be planted with palm oil. In order to defend the rights of the residents, they have set up a blockade and take turns guarding the affected area so that it is not invaded by the company in question. Robertson appealed to the public, NGOs and lawyers to come help and give moral support to the people who set up the blockade. Robertson also appealed to the Sarawak government not to give the people's land to plantation companies that are already rich. If our garden is destroyed, how can we continue to live? Robertson's question. The government should come and measure our land and give us a land certificate, that's our request - said Robertson

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  Charles Santiago, former MP for Klang

  *On grotesque treatment toward migrants is still rampant in Malaysia*

  Charles Santiago was contacted by a group of 41 migrant workers from Bangladesh coming to Malaysia that they facing challenges two months ago.

  While in Bangladesh they have paid about RM25 thousand to the agent in Bangladesh. Upon arrival in Malaysia, they were kept in a house together with 20 to 30 people who are already there. For 25 days they were without job, poor foods given. And worst 72 people have to share just one toilet.

  Charles was given a video taken by them. So with that video he viral it and release a statement in social media. And only after that Labour Dept went to the site. So they took the migrants to another place.

  The issue now is, the migrants are coming to Malaysia for jobs. But they don't have job. What he knows that some of them are taken to construction site in Penang . But thet were not given salary.

  So what we can here is, not only it against issues related to force labour but it is also a slavery.

  It is clear that the employer keep their passports, to request for 7,000 to 8 000 per person to release their passports to them.

  Charles found out that the employers are making use of passport to control the workers. And also can decide where to send the workers without salary. This is against force labour Act and other Acts in Malaysia .

  Charles questioned, how can they come to Malaysia without any jobs .

  Most of these happen in Malaysia that the employer keep the workers and they outsourcing the labour forces. The problem here is, if they are not given their salary, they can't pay their loan in their country. Some have made loan from private bank and individuals. If they can't pay their loan, the interest will go up higher and higher.

  This must stop. The govt must be more strict on this issue. Recently Malaysia was given a watch list. Currently Malaysia are stage 2. But the issue deteriorating we may go to stage 3.

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