Chief Minister Datuk Amar Abang Johari Tun Openg pointed out that compared to previous prime ministers, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak is the most frequent visitor to the state.
“He came with goodies, funds for development and above all this shows his commitment to ensure Sarawak is level with Peninsular Malaysia,” said Abang Johari during a Chinese New Year dinner at SJK Chung Hua Batu 10 on Thursday.
On the devolution of power, Abang Johari said both the state and federal governments are committed to ensuring the rights enshrined in the Malaysia Agreement (MA63) are fulfilled.
“Both of us, me and Datuk Seri Najib have a stake in the agreement as both our fathers signed it, and it is our responsibility to duly follow what has been agreed upon,” he said.
Abang Johari added that he will continue Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Adenan Satem’s policies and pledged to also be a Chief Minister for all races.
“I will try my best to bring development to benefit every community in Sarawak. After all, in team Tok Nan, I have capable team players such as (Deputy Chief Ministers) Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah, Tan Sri Datuk Amar James Masing and (Local Government Minister) Datuk Dr Sim Kui Hian.
“Apart from my party (Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu), I would like to thank other BN (Barisan Nasional) component parties in the state for their trust in me to lead as the sixth Chief Minister,” he said.
Abang Johari called on the people to continue supporting BN during the upcoming parliamentary election and pointed out that the state BN is aiming to win at least 29 parliamentary seats.
Meanwhile, Dr Sim in his speech said the Chinese community are relieved as Abang Johari has assured a continuation of Adenan’s policies.
“We still have more to be done to help the Chinese, and this is why we need a strong mandate for the BN in the coming election,” he said.
Dr Sim also pointed out that Najib has given much assistance to Chinese-medium schools, which demonstrated his trust towards the capabilities of the schools.
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