KUCHING: Lack of understanding and acceptance of Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) among members of parliament (MPs) is a great challenge to Sarawak and Sabah to secure their support, Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof has said.
Fadillah Yusof: Level of understanding and acceptance among the MPs varied
He said efforts to provide continuous information on MA63 to the MPs have been identified as a key strategy to ensure sufficient support when a matter is brought up for a vote in the Dewan Rakyat.
He said the level of understanding and acceptance among the MPs varied even though the explanation had been given comprehensively.
"From there, we can categorize them where some want to understand, understand and want to be with us but there are also those who understand but do not want to be with us," he said.
He made the remarks when asked by reporters after the 'Fireside Chat' Session at the Oxbridge Sarawak Reception and Dinner last night.
He added that this early support is important to formulate a more structured political strategy for Sarawak and Sabah.
He explained that this mainly determines whether a motion or amendment related to MA63 has the potential to gain a full majority or otherwise.
"When something needs to be brought up for a vote, we already know the amount of support.
"From there, we can formulate a strategy in advance whether we will obtain a two-thirds majority (of votes) or not," he said.
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