Marking Sarawak’s independence from British rule

In full support: Over 500 gathered at the town square to mark an important day for Sarawak.

SIBU: A public assembly to celebrate Sarawak’s independence from Britain on July 22, 1963 was held peacefully with no untoward incidents reported.

Organised by Sarawak 4 Sarawak (S4) Central Region, a mixed crowd comprising Chinese, Iban and Malay marked the occasion at the town square yesterday.