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Yap slams DAP’s Chong over mega project remarks

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Wilfred Yap Sau Sin

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KUCHING: Kota Sentosa Assemblyman, Wilfred Yap Sau Sin, has strongly criticised Sarawak DAP chairman, Chong Chieng Jen, calling his recent remarks on the state’s infrastructure development as “misguided and misleading”.

Yap, who is from the ruling Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition, said Chong’s repeated criticisms of Sarawak’s major infrastructure investments reflect a “fundamental misunderstanding – or intentional misrepresentation – of long-term development goals”.

“Chong’s claim, that projects such as the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART), Second Trunk Road, the Deep-Sea Port, and the new Kuching International Airport do not benefit the people, is not only misleading but also an insult to the intelligence of Sarawakians.

“These are strategic investments that will unlock economic potential, connect communities, attract foreign investors, and generate employment opportunities.

“They will produce multiplier effects in key sectors such as transport, logistics, tourism and manufacturing,” he said in a statement today.

Yap also took aim at DAP’s broader political narrative, accusing the party of relying on populist rhetoric and fear-mongering.

He cited past statements by the opposition party, including claims that Sarawak would face bankruptcy within three years – a remark Yap said that was later disproved and retracted.

“Even DAP’s Secretary General Anthony Loke had to apologise to Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. But where is Chong’s apology?” Yap asked.

In his statement, Yap further criticised DAP’s performance during its time in the federal government, pointing to unmet promises such as the recognition of the Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) and unresolved cases like the death of political aide, Teoh Beng Hock.

“DAP failed to deliver when they had the chance, and now in opposition, they are offering no constructive alternatives – just more finger-pointing,” he said.

Yap concluded by urging Sarawakians to remain focused on the state’s development agenda and not be swayed by “hollow populism”.

“Sarawak needs leaders who offer vision, not those who manipulate emotions for political mileage,” he said.

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