Sabah and Sarawak integral part of Malaysia

THERE are unsettling voices from Sabah and Sarawak calling for the secession of these two states from Malaysia. These callings did not emerge from the common people but from politicians and leaders with vested interests. They cited the lack of development and neglect from the Federal Government as the reason for such unhappiness.

I have been personally acquainted with these two states since the early 70s, conducting dance and drama courses for the then Culture, Youth and Sports Ministry in Sabah and the Social Development Ministry in Sarawak.