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Dr Sim warns against importing Peninsular political culture

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SIBU: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian urged everyone not to bring Peninsular-style political culture into Sarawak as the political stability achieved here has enabled the state to undergo significant development compared to 60 years ago.

He said that Sarawak has now entered a nation-building era, during which various development initiatives have been carried out using state government funds including the construction of 16 bridges, 10 of which have already been completed.

“That is why unity is so important. In the past, those in the Peninsula looked down on us – now, they look up to us.

“Over there, they no longer know who their allies or opponents are, resulting in division and internal conflict. Therefore, we must preserve Sarawak’s political culture – it is crucial.

“Our political culture is different from that of the Peninsula, and we must not import their style into Sarawak. In fact, our culture here should be an example to them,” he said.

He made these remarks during his speech at the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Bawang Assan Ngiling Bidai celebration held at a prominent hotel here today.

On SUPP itself, he noted that the party is now 66 years old, and its members must recognise that sustaining a party is not easy as there are ups and downs.

“SUPP is not only the first (political party in Sarawak), but it continues to be multiracial and enjoys strong support.

“SUPP and Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) have been ‘married’ for a long time, and with the addition of Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) and Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS), our coalition is politically stable.

“But we must be vigilant against ‘termites’ (internal threats). This is very important because we want to grow. We are now on our feet, and by 2030, we aim to stand tall,” he said.

He emphasised that Sarawakians must look at the bigger picture, and therefore, unity is essential to ensure continuous and steady progress.

On the Bawang Assan constituency, Dr Sim acknowledged that the area has long been left behind in terms of development.

“Fortunately, we have Councillor Kevin, a young man full of ideas, even his proposals have been approved by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.

“One of the projects is a bridge to be built at Sibu’s west bank, involving multi-million ringgit state funding.

“So I thank all of you for your strong support of him and hope that this support continues, as he is someone who not only speaks but follows through on his words,” he added.

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