Despite political posturing and MA63 debates, Malaysia’s resilience shines through after 61 years of being formed via dealings and negotiations instead of fiat or conquest
Politicians express disappointment, frustration at move made without consulting states, especially since both have autonomy over immigration, tourism matters
Activists from Sabah and Sarawak have urged that five individuals, including Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, be barred from entering the states for allegedly exacerbating racial and religious tensions in the country.
Datuk Matbali Musah (Sipitang-GRS) said the development of Indonesia’s new capital city, Nusantara in East Kalimantan, makes both states potential beneficiaries of the progress on the Borneo island.
Fadhlina Sidek, in a ministry statement, says those eligible can claim through its Delima app via Kota Buku Digital feature, but Datuk Seri Zambry Abdul Kadir says mechanism will be disclosed later
