SUPP warns Sarawak that backing DAP, PKR could let non-natives take over state
SUPP president Datuk Dr Sim Kui Hian raising the party’s flag to mark the 60th anniversary of the party, June 4, 2019. ― Picture by Sulok Tawie
“If you look at Sabah, a nominated assemblyman is from Penang. It is no more Sabah for Sabahans, but Penang for Sabahans,” he told reporters after attending SUPP’s 60th flag raising ceremony at the party headquarters here. According to Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Shafie Apdal, Sabah DAP recommended Loh for the appointment.Under the Sabah state constitution, the Governor, on the advice of the chief minister, may appoint not more than six nominated assemblymen as members of the Sabah State Legislative Assembly, who enjoy the same perks and privileges accorded to the elected assemblymen.
Unlike their peninsular counterparts, the Sarawak and Sabah chapters of both DAP and PKR are given autonomy to decide their local affairs. He reminded the younger members of the past contributions and sacrifices made by the founder members, many of whom were detained by the authorities because they fought for Sarawak’s self-determination first before forming Malaysia.
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