11 September 2023
Topik Pada Hari Ini
> John Bara, Ahli PKR Baram yang paling berpengalaman - Seruan PKR Baram untuk Ketelusan Polici dan Hak Rakyat di Sarawak
> Jeffrery Ngui, Pengerusi Muda Sarawak - Pendirian MUDA Menentang Rasuah: Kes Zahid Hamidi dan Akibatnya
> Oscar Ling, Ahli Parlimen Sibu dari DAP - Komitmen DAP terhadap Reformasi: Kerjasama dalam Kepelbagaian Politik
> Nunggang dari Ulu Baram - Cabaran Dalaman Sarawak: Dari Jambatan Banjir Hingga Kepentingan Terabaikan
On Today Show
> John Bara, The most senior Baram PKR member – PKR Baram's Call for Transparency and People's Rights in Sarawak
> Jeffrery Ngui, Chairperson of Muda Sarawak – MUDA's Stand Against Corruption: The Zahid Hamidi Case and Its Consequences
> Oscar Ling, MP Sibu of DAP – DAP's Commitment to Reforms: Collaboration Amidst Political Diversity
> Nunggang from Ulu Baram – Sarawak's Interior Challenges: From Flooded Bridges to Neglected Needs
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John Bara, The most senior Baram PKR member
*PKR Baram's Call for Transparency and People's Rights in Sarawak*
John attended the Baram PKR Branch Annual General Meeting (MATC) on 9/9/2023. He shared some interesting things decided by PKR Baram. Among them, PKR Baram wants to cooperate with the GPS government in Sarawak. However, from what has been observed, GPS is reluctant to accept cooperation (Unity Government) at the state level. There are complaints that there are still longhouses that have not displayed the official photo of the prime minister in their longhouses/villages. There are also government offices in Sarawak that have not/do not display the official photo of the prime minister in government offices. PKR Baram requested that the complaint be accompanied by photographic evidence for further action. Both PKR Baram will oppose GPS in the Sarawak State election in all DUN seats in the upcoming 13th Sarawak PRN, in line with the recent statement by the Premier of Sarawak which stated that there is no seat negotiation with the unity government at the state level. PKR Baram is firm in this matter because all this time PKR Baram has realized that GPS Sarawak has many weaknesses and should be changed. In conjunction with MATC this time, PKR Baram held several forums. Among them is a forum entitled People's rights to determine their respective village heads and people's rights to a clean and healthy environment. PKR Baram is upset with the action of GPS interfering in the matter of the appointment of the village head. Taking the example of some Penan villages in Baram. The Village Head is appointed by the GPS even though in the meeting in the village the majority of the residents have other options. PKR Baram believes that Orang Asal are efficient forest owners and custodians. So Baram PKR urges the government to give a carbon trading license to every longhouse that owns a large NCR land in Baram.
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Jeffrery Ngui, Chairperson of Muda Sarawak
*MUDA's Stand Against Corruption: The Zahid Hamidi Case and Its Consequences*
Muar Member of Parliament (MP) Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman has announced his departure from the Madani government. As the president of the Malaysian United Democratic Alliance (Muda), he deemed this decision challenging yet necessary. The catalyst for this move was the government's controversial decision to drop 47 corruption charges against Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Jeffrery affirmed that MUDA's withdrawal of support for PH was a difficult decision, but Sarawak MUDA stood behind their president's move. Their commitment to eradicating corruption remained unwavering. The recent acquittal of Zahid Hamidi on corruption charges, despite prima facie evidence, underscored the growing discord between MUDA and the government.
Furthermore, Sarawak MUDA aligned itself with the headquarters by withdrawing its support for PH. However, this decision did not impede Sarawak MUDA's ongoing public service, as they had historically operated independently. Despite prior support for PH, MUDA had never received equitable treatment and was notably excluded from recent six-state elections and PH negotiation meetings.
With PH now aligning with UMNO, public sentiment is closely monitored, and it is anticipated that in the forthcoming elections, people may react by withdrawing their support. The evolving political landscape raises questions about the future trajectory of MUDA and its alignment with political parties.
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Oscar Ling, MP Sibu of DAP
*DAP's Commitment to Reforms: Collaboration Amidst Political Diversity*
This is the first time UMNO has attended a DAP convention, which reflects the harmony and cooperation within the unity government.
In the past, UMNO has often described DAP as a communist party and accused it of holding racist positions. However, today they are present at the DAP convention and have witnessed a diverse, multi-ethnic representation within the DAP delegation.
Regarding MUDA's decision to announce support for DAP, Oscar Ling expressed his belief that MUDA might have been disappointed in DAP. However, he also pointed out that the acquittal of Zahid Hamidi was a decision made by the judges, and as such, we need to await the court's explanation. If Zahid Hamidi is proven guilty, he should, of course, be charged accordingly.
Oscar Ling further stated that DAP has been actively working on the reforms entrusted by the people, including collaboration with the unity government.
In summary, UMNO's attendance at the DAP convention signifies a form of reconciliation and cooperation in the political landscape, while emphasizing the importance of multiculturalism. Meanwhile, cooperation and reform efforts between the government and the opposition are ongoing.
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Nunggang from Ulu Baram
*Sarawak's Interior Challenges: From Flooded Bridges to Neglected Needs*
In recent news, a viral video has been circulating on social media depicting a four-wheel-drive vehicle plunging into a swift river. This incident occurred on a road in Ulu Tinjar, where there used to be a bridge. Unfortunately, the bridge was washed away during a flood that occurred in the past two years. Despite the passage of time since the pandemic began, the bridge has yet to be rebuilt. Consequently, residents of the inland areas have been forced to take risks, waiting for the river to recede before attempting to cross. However, this approach is fraught with danger, especially during the rainy season or when the river swells, as it poses a risk of vehicles becoming stranded in the middle of the river.
Around the same time, during a visit to Sabah, Agong called on the relevant authorities to address the bridge issue in the Sungai Liwagu area. His Majesty noted that the area was beautiful, but the condition of the divided bridge made it challenging for local villagers to access.
In light of these concerns, residents of Ulu Tinjar are also appealing for attention to the dire situation in Sarawak's interior regions. They point out that issues related to roads, schools, and healthcare persist in these areas. Nunggang, a spokesperson, expressed hope that when Agong visits Sarawak, he will take notice of the problems plaguing the state's interior areas and advocate for their resolution.