Baru Bian: Window for stateless individuals to apply for citizenship shouldn’t be limited to a year


KUCHING: The window for stateless individuals to apply for citizenship should not be limited to one year in view of the communications and transport problems in Sarawak's remote areas, says Selangau MP Baru Bian (pic).

The Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) lawmaker said transport issues made it difficult for those in rural areas to obtain proper documentation and evidence such as birth certificates.

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