21 September 2023
Topik Pada Hari Ini
> John Anthony Brian, Pakar Analisis Politik Iban Sarawak - Abang Johari kata Sarawak Capai Pembangunan: Fakta atau Fiksyen?
> Oscar Ling, Ahli Parlimen DAP untuk Sibu - Keselamatan Makanan Sarawak Diabaikan Demi Projek Mega yang Tidak Memberi Manfaat
> Thomas Fann, Pengerusi Bersih 2.0 - Panggilan Bersih untuk Pembiayaan Awam dalam Akta Pembiayaan Politik
> Robert, Aktivis Sosial dari Bintulu - Seruan NGO Dayak untuk Peruntukan Adil dalam Bajet 2024
On Today Show
> Special Randau by SR
> John Anthony Brian, Sarawakian Iban Political Analyst – Abang Johari's Bold Claims: Fact or Fiction?
> Oscar Ling, DAP MP for Sibu – Sarawak's Food Security Neglected in Favor of Non-Beneficial Mega Projects
> Thomas Fann, Chairperson of Bersih 2.0 – Bersih's Call for Public Funding in Political Financing Act
> Robert, Social activist from Bintulu – Dayak NGOs' Call for Fair Allocation in Budget 2024
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Special Randau
> The health status of TYT Sarawak is still unknown, and there has been no official statement. The media has reported that the Prime Minister visited TYT on the evening of September 15, 2023. A half-body photo was shown on TYT's wife's Instagram account.
> Keadailan Sarawak will make a decision on whether to participate in the upcoming by-election in Japan at the monthly PKR meeting on September 25, 2023.
> Two women have been appointed to the highest positions in the Attorney General's Department.
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John Anthony Brian, Sarawakian Iban Political Analyst
*Abang Johari's Bold Claims: Fact or Fiction?*
Regarding the exaggerated speech of the Premier of Sarawak claiming that Sarawak is ahead of the federal government in many sectors such as Green Hydrogen, Renewable Energy, Carbon Trading and ART/EV. Premier Abang Johari's attitude and speaking style are childish. Abang Johari is known as a big-talking leader. While what Prime Minister Abang Johari said is still at the planning and pilot project stage. What will happen if what is planned is not what is expected? Abang Johari will be humiliated.
John also comment that PH/Sarawak Opposition should take the opportunity to compete in the upcoming Jepak state by-election. It is the best opportunity for the Sarawak opposition to raise the issues of GPS governance weakness in Sarawak. It is also an opportunity for the opposition to expose the waste of GPS on mega projects that only benefit their cronies. But according to John. If PH does not contest, PBDS is ready to field a candidate to challenge GPS.
John insists, whatever the case may be. PH/Opposition should overthrow the GPS hypocracy through Jepak state assembly by-elections.
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Oscar Ling, DAP MP for Sibu
*Sarawak's Food Security Neglected in Favor of Non-Beneficial Mega Projects*
Oscar Ling has stated that in the face of a rice shortage, the Sarawak government has not taken proactive measures to develop local rice production. Instead, at this critical juncture, they continue to launch large-scale development projects without showing any apparent concern for food security. He emphasized that Sarawak has an absolute advantage in developing rice agriculture to ensure a stable domestic rice supply. This could have been a stable economic development that would also provide peace of mind to the people. However, there is no sign of the GPS government taking any action to develop this industry.
On a separate note, the Sibu Service Center, under the leadership of Oscar Ling, is organizing a food subsidy program on September 23rd. Can you believe it? Seven types of food for just RM55! This Saturday, on September 23rd, a special subsidized food event will take place at KIM HOCK SUPERMARKET. A total of 700 subsidized food sets have been prepared, so it's first-come, first-served while supplies last. Each household is limited to one food set to ensure fairness for everyone.
The purpose of this event is to alleviate the burden on the people of Sibu. Although the current price situation is somewhat better than last year, there are still questions as to why the Unity government, which has been in power for 10 months, has seen prices continue to rise. Oscar Ling pointed out that previous governments did not formally focus on and promote local food; instead, they relied on imported grains. However, since the Unity government took office, they have been committed to promoting local food production, allowing the people to support locally produced food, and reducing dependence on costly imported grains.
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Thomas Fann, Chairperson of Bersih 2.0
*Bersih's Call for Public Funding in Political Financing Act*
Bersih welcomes the announcement by Azalina Othman Said that the cabinet has agreed to enact the Political Financing Act. This important step comes with seven policy considerations or parameters. The Parliamentary Special Select Committee on Elections and Institutional Reform will actively engage with stakeholders before tabling the bill.
Bersih also hopes the new act will incorporate public funding for political parties, a crucial component. This provision would regulate party funding, allocate public funds based on their vote share in the last election, and establish a special fund to promote women's representation in Dewan Rakyat. By reducing parties' reliance on large corporate donors, we aim to minimize potential influence on government policies and ensure equitable access to government contracts.
The long-awaited Political Financing Act is a significant step towards reforming our political system, and its prompt tabling in Dewan Rakyat is now essential.
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Robert, Social activist from Bintulu
*Dayak NGOs' Call for Fair Allocation in Budget 2024*
Dayak NGOs in Sarawak are calling on Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's Unity Government to ensure fair allocation distribution in Budget 2024. They stress the importance of not leaving any race behind in the pursuit of shared prosperity.
Recent discussions about racial diversity in the federal Budget have seen special funds allocated for the Orang Asli, Indian, and Chinese communities. However, the Dayak people of Sarawak and the Kadazan-Dusun-Murut-Rungus (KDMR) people of Sabah have not received specific funding.
These Dayak NGOs have emerged to advocate for the rights and interests of the Dayak community because they feel that the government has often overlooked their needs and concerns. They serve as a voice for the Dayak people and aim to ensure that their welfare is prioritized.
The "Malaysia Madani" Unity Government should give special attention to the welfare of the indigenous people of Sabah and Sarawak, particularly in areas such as socioeconomic development, education, and welfare. This focus is crucial to uplift them from poverty and enhance their overall quality of life.