KUCHING, July 31 2026: Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) Youth chief Christopher Gira has proposed that the history of the formation of Malaysia and the key provisions of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 be taught more comprehensively in the national school curriculum.
He said young Malaysians should understand how Malaysia was formed on September 16, 1963, the respective roles of the Federation of Malaya, Sarawak, Sabah and, at that time, Singapore, as well as the rights and responsibilities enshrined in MA63.
“Education based on historical facts and constitutional principles will provide students with a more accurate understanding of the foundation of our nation,” he said in a statement.
“This is the best way to prevent confusion arising from inaccurate or incomplete interpretations of history,” Gira said in a response to a recent comments by former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin on his Keluar Sekejap podcast.
He said as PRS Youth chief, he firmly believes that education is the most effective way to strengthen national unity.
“When Malaysians understand the true history of the formation of our country, they will better appreciate the spirit of federalism, respect our diversity, and understand the constitutional rights and responsibilities of every region within the federation,” he said.
He added PRS will continue to uphold and defend Sarawak's rights through constitutional means, historical truth and the spirit of MA63, to ensure that Malaysia continues to progress as a fair, strong and united federation.
He added PRS welcomes constructive discussions on MA63, as they help increase public awareness of the history behind the formation of Malaysia.
“However, such discussions must be grounded in historical facts, the Federal Constitution, and official documents such as MA63, Inter-Governmental Committee (IGC) Report, and Cobbold Commission Report.
“Historical facts should not be selectively interpreted or misrepresented in ways that may mislead the public.
“For PRS, the priority today is not merely debating history but ensuring the full implementation of the rights and responsibilities agreed upon under MA63.
“The progress achieved through negotiations between the Federal Government and the Government of Sarawak should continue until all outstanding matters are resolved,” Gira, who is also Tamin State Legislative Member (SLM), said.
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