马华副总会长拿督斯里黄燕燕在“美里选区州选提名日邀请
By Suzanne Lee 李素霞
Saturday, 2 April 2011
美里选区州选提名日邀请大会
马华副总会长拿督斯里黄燕燕在“美里选区州选提名日邀请
By Suzanne Lee 李素霞
Missing fishing vessel SF3-2787 with 5 fishermen
Investigation Case of Missing Fishing Boat (From left: Dato Sebastian Ting & YB Andy Chia)
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Govt allows import and local printing of Bible in all languages
Published: Saturday April 2, 2011 MYT 6:29:00 PM
Updated: Saturday April 2, 2011 MYT 8:02:57 PM
PETALING JAYA: The Bible can now be imported into the country in all languages including Bahasa Malaysia, Bahasa Indonesia and in the indigenous languages.
It can also be printed locally and there is no requirement for any stamp or serial number.
These are part of a 10-point solution developed by the Government after being in dialogue with Christian groups, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Idris Jala.
He hoped the solution would be received positively by Christian groups.
Below is the full statement by Idris on the 10 points provided to the media.
The Government confirmed that it has been in dialogue with the Christian groups to look into their specific requests on the Bahasa Malaysia/Indonesia Bible and also other religious issues. Taking into account the polarity of views of the different religious groups, including the Muslims, the Government decided on a 10-point solution.
1.Bibles in all languages can be imported into the country, including Bahasa Malaysia/Indonesia.
2.These Bibles can also be printed locally in Peninsula Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak. This is a new development which should be welcome by the Christian groups.
3.Bibles in indigenous languages of Sabah and Sarawak such as Iban, Kadazan-Dusun and Lun Bawang can also be printed locally and imported.
4.For Sabah and Sarawak, in recognition of the large Christian community in these states, there are no conditions attached to the importation and local printing of the Bibles in all languages, including Bahasa Malaysia/Indonesia and indigenous languages. There is no requirement for any stamp or serial number.
5. Taking into account the interest of the larger Muslim community, for Peninsula Malaysia, Bibles in Bahasa Malaysia/Indonesia, imported or printed, must have the words “Christian Publication” and the cross sign printed on the front covers.
6.In the spirit of 1Malaysia and recognising that many people travel between Sabah and Sarawak and Peninsula Malaysia, there should be no prohibitions and restrictions for people who bring along their bibles and christian materials on such travel.
7.A directive on the Bible has been issued by the Ketua Setiausaha (KSU) of the Home Ministry to ensure proper implementation of this cabinet decision. Failure to comply will subject the officers to disciplinary action under the General Orders. A comprehensive briefing by top officials, including the Attorney General (AG), will be given to all relevant civil servants to ensure good understanding and proper implementation of the directive.
8.For the impounded Bibles in Kuching, Gideon, the importer can collect all the 30,000 Bibles free of charge. We undertake to ensure the parties involved are reimbursed. The same offer remains available for the importer of the 5,100 Bibles in Port Klang, which have already been collected by the Bible Society Malaysia (BSM) last week.
9.Beyond the Bible issue, the Government wishes to reiterate its commitment to work with the Christian groups and all the different religious groups in order to address inter religious issues and work towards the fulfilment of all religious aspirations in accordance with the constitution, taking into account the other relevant laws of the country. In order to bring urgency to this work, the Prime Minister will meet the representatives of the Christian Federation of Malaysia (CFM) soon to discuss the way forward.
10.The Christian Ministers in the cabinet will meet on a regular basis with representatives of the various Christian groups in order to discuss their issues and work with the relevant Ministries and PM in order to resolve them.
Dato Sri Idris Jala said, “I hope this 10 point solution will be received positively by the Christian groups as being fair and reasonable. We have to look for a solution that deals with the Bible issues and also put a way forward to handle other issues raised by the Christian groups”.
“I think the Bible issue is very unfortunate, and in the spirit of Lent, it is time for sacrifice, reconciliation and forgiveness.
"In our history as a young nation, we achieved a lot in a short period of time, but we have our shortcomings.
"The Government and our civil servants are not perfect as indeed all human beings are “beautifully imperfect” in the eyes of God.
"And for all our shortcomings in handling the Bible issue, I hope the Christians would find it in their hearts to forgive us.
"In my Church at SIBKL, we have been praying for a Christian revival to take place in our country. For all the hurt that exist as a result of our differences, I believe that we need healing, forgiveness and reconciliation in this country.
"The Bible says in Matthew 18: 21-22 “ Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times”.
Updated: Saturday April 2, 2011 MYT 8:02:57 PM
PETALING JAYA: The Bible can now be imported into the country in all languages including Bahasa Malaysia, Bahasa Indonesia and in the indigenous languages.
It can also be printed locally and there is no requirement for any stamp or serial number.
These are part of a 10-point solution developed by the Government after being in dialogue with Christian groups, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Idris Jala.
He hoped the solution would be received positively by Christian groups.
Below is the full statement by Idris on the 10 points provided to the media.
The Government confirmed that it has been in dialogue with the Christian groups to look into their specific requests on the Bahasa Malaysia/Indonesia Bible and also other religious issues. Taking into account the polarity of views of the different religious groups, including the Muslims, the Government decided on a 10-point solution.
1.Bibles in all languages can be imported into the country, including Bahasa Malaysia/Indonesia.
2.These Bibles can also be printed locally in Peninsula Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak. This is a new development which should be welcome by the Christian groups.
3.Bibles in indigenous languages of Sabah and Sarawak such as Iban, Kadazan-Dusun and Lun Bawang can also be printed locally and imported.
4.For Sabah and Sarawak, in recognition of the large Christian community in these states, there are no conditions attached to the importation and local printing of the Bibles in all languages, including Bahasa Malaysia/Indonesia and indigenous languages. There is no requirement for any stamp or serial number.
5. Taking into account the interest of the larger Muslim community, for Peninsula Malaysia, Bibles in Bahasa Malaysia/Indonesia, imported or printed, must have the words “Christian Publication” and the cross sign printed on the front covers.
6.In the spirit of 1Malaysia and recognising that many people travel between Sabah and Sarawak and Peninsula Malaysia, there should be no prohibitions and restrictions for people who bring along their bibles and christian materials on such travel.
7.A directive on the Bible has been issued by the Ketua Setiausaha (KSU) of the Home Ministry to ensure proper implementation of this cabinet decision. Failure to comply will subject the officers to disciplinary action under the General Orders. A comprehensive briefing by top officials, including the Attorney General (AG), will be given to all relevant civil servants to ensure good understanding and proper implementation of the directive.
8.For the impounded Bibles in Kuching, Gideon, the importer can collect all the 30,000 Bibles free of charge. We undertake to ensure the parties involved are reimbursed. The same offer remains available for the importer of the 5,100 Bibles in Port Klang, which have already been collected by the Bible Society Malaysia (BSM) last week.
9.Beyond the Bible issue, the Government wishes to reiterate its commitment to work with the Christian groups and all the different religious groups in order to address inter religious issues and work towards the fulfilment of all religious aspirations in accordance with the constitution, taking into account the other relevant laws of the country. In order to bring urgency to this work, the Prime Minister will meet the representatives of the Christian Federation of Malaysia (CFM) soon to discuss the way forward.
10.The Christian Ministers in the cabinet will meet on a regular basis with representatives of the various Christian groups in order to discuss their issues and work with the relevant Ministries and PM in order to resolve them.
Dato Sri Idris Jala said, “I hope this 10 point solution will be received positively by the Christian groups as being fair and reasonable. We have to look for a solution that deals with the Bible issues and also put a way forward to handle other issues raised by the Christian groups”.
“I think the Bible issue is very unfortunate, and in the spirit of Lent, it is time for sacrifice, reconciliation and forgiveness.
"In our history as a young nation, we achieved a lot in a short period of time, but we have our shortcomings.
"The Government and our civil servants are not perfect as indeed all human beings are “beautifully imperfect” in the eyes of God.
"And for all our shortcomings in handling the Bible issue, I hope the Christians would find it in their hearts to forgive us.
"In my Church at SIBKL, we have been praying for a Christian revival to take place in our country. For all the hurt that exist as a result of our differences, I believe that we need healing, forgiveness and reconciliation in this country.
"The Bible says in Matthew 18: 21-22 “ Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times”.
Friday, 1 April 2011
SIAPA KATA NASIB PEMILIK TANAH NCR TIDAK DIBELA?
Posted on April 1, 2011 by Semangat Merah
Isu tanah NCR adalah antara isu yang paling hangat dalam mana-mana pilihan raya di Sarawak. Pemilikan tanah merangkumi hampir semua pengundi, tak kisah di bandar atau di pendalaman. Kebanyakan tanah NCR merangkumi beberapa “pemilik” yang mengatakan tanah tersebut telah didiami dari masa nenek moyang mereka lagi. Undang undang Sarawak ada menerangkan istilah, kriteria pemilikan dan seksyen yang boleh digunakan sekiranya ada perbalahan dan tuntutan. Banyak kes yang telah di bawa ke mahkamah di Sarawak dan juga banyak kes-kes yang telah menang di mahkamah di mana pemilik tanah NCR mendapat pampasan atau surat hak milik yang sah. Ini menunjukan nasib pemilik tanah NCR dibela oleh undang-undang yang sedia ada. Jikalau Sarawak diperintah oleh ‘regime dictator’, kemungkinan besar sebarang tuntutan akan di tolak bulat-bulat oleh kerajaan sebelum sampai ke mahkamah.
Kerajaan BN Sarawak bukan seperti Kerajaan Pulau Pinang yang senang meroboh gerai-gerai milik penjaja yang telah beroperasi sebelum wujudnya kerajaan sekarang. Apakah ini yang dikatakan membela hak rakyat? Undang-undang telah tidak di guna pakai lagi. Ini bermakna mereka boleh buat apa saja yang mereka rasa nak buat tanpa memberi peluang untuk rakyat bersuara. Ini boleh dan akan terjadi di Sarawak juga jikalau Pakatan berkuasa dinegeri ini. Kalau mereka tak suka, habislah hak anda. Pertahankanlah hak anda. Kerajaan juga telah mengambil insiatif untuk membuat pemetaan tanah-tanah yang diklasifikasikan tanah NCR dan mengeluarkan geran tanah. Ini akan mengambil masa tapi sekurang-kurangnya ia sedang dijalankan. Sekurang-kurangnya rintihan yang di suarakan oleh pemilik-pemilik tanah NCR serta parti-parti pembangkang didengar oleh pihak kerajaan negeri Sarawak. Siapa yang kata kerajaan BN tak perihatin dan adil?
Isu tanah NCR adalah antara isu yang paling hangat dalam mana-mana pilihan raya di Sarawak. Pemilikan tanah merangkumi hampir semua pengundi, tak kisah di bandar atau di pendalaman. Kebanyakan tanah NCR merangkumi beberapa “pemilik” yang mengatakan tanah tersebut telah didiami dari masa nenek moyang mereka lagi. Undang undang Sarawak ada menerangkan istilah, kriteria pemilikan dan seksyen yang boleh digunakan sekiranya ada perbalahan dan tuntutan. Banyak kes yang telah di bawa ke mahkamah di Sarawak dan juga banyak kes-kes yang telah menang di mahkamah di mana pemilik tanah NCR mendapat pampasan atau surat hak milik yang sah. Ini menunjukan nasib pemilik tanah NCR dibela oleh undang-undang yang sedia ada. Jikalau Sarawak diperintah oleh ‘regime dictator’, kemungkinan besar sebarang tuntutan akan di tolak bulat-bulat oleh kerajaan sebelum sampai ke mahkamah.
Kerajaan BN Sarawak bukan seperti Kerajaan Pulau Pinang yang senang meroboh gerai-gerai milik penjaja yang telah beroperasi sebelum wujudnya kerajaan sekarang. Apakah ini yang dikatakan membela hak rakyat? Undang-undang telah tidak di guna pakai lagi. Ini bermakna mereka boleh buat apa saja yang mereka rasa nak buat tanpa memberi peluang untuk rakyat bersuara. Ini boleh dan akan terjadi di Sarawak juga jikalau Pakatan berkuasa dinegeri ini. Kalau mereka tak suka, habislah hak anda. Pertahankanlah hak anda. Kerajaan juga telah mengambil insiatif untuk membuat pemetaan tanah-tanah yang diklasifikasikan tanah NCR dan mengeluarkan geran tanah. Ini akan mengambil masa tapi sekurang-kurangnya ia sedang dijalankan. Sekurang-kurangnya rintihan yang di suarakan oleh pemilik-pemilik tanah NCR serta parti-parti pembangkang didengar oleh pihak kerajaan negeri Sarawak. Siapa yang kata kerajaan BN tak perihatin dan adil?
DAP akan kecundang di Bukit Assek dan Meradong
Berikutan kemenangan DAP dalam PRK Sibu Mei 2009, memberikan sedikit keyakinan kepada DAP untuk menambah kerusi di Lembah Rejang.
Menjadi rebutan ialah enam kerusi Dewan Undangan Negeri (DUN) majoriti kaum Cina di Lembangan Rajang - Bukit Assek, Pelawan, Dudong, dan Bawang Assan di Sibu; Meradong di Bintangor dan Repok di Sarikei.
DAP memenangi dua daripada enam kerusi itu -- Bukit Assek dan Meradong -- pada pilihan raya negeri 2006 dan kalah tipis di Pelawan, Dudong dan Repok.
Penganalisis politik Prof Dr James Chin dari Monash University berpendapat DAP pasti akan menumpukan pada kerusi berkenaan kerana "tidak akan menjadi masalah bagi mereka untuk mengekalkan kebanyakan kerusi yang dimenangi mereka di Kuching pada pilihan raya lepas".
Menurutnya, kemenangan DAP pada pilihan raya kecil Parlimen Sibu tahun lepas menandakan peningkatan sokongan kepada parti itu.
Pemimpin DAP negeri berkongsi pandangan yang sama tetapi enggan mendabik dada mengenai peluang mereka.
Pakar strategi DAP dan anggota Parlimen Bukit Bendera Liew Chin Tong berkata terdapat banyak faktor yang boleh menjejaskan persiapan walaupun parti mengharapkan prestasi terbaik sejak 1987 apabila parti pemerintah hampir dinafikan majoriti dua pertiga.
"Kami perlu bersikap realistik, kami berdepan dengan pasukan yang kuat, kekurangan sumber berbanding dengan jentera pilihan raya BN yang serba lengkap. Lagipun, kebanyakan penduduk Sarawak masih tidak dapat menerima hakikat sekiranya (pentadbiran) negeri ini tanpa (Ketua Menteri Sarawak Tan Sri Abdul) Taib (Mahmud)," katanya.
Pada penilaian TM lain pula, dalam perbualan dengan penduduk Bukit Assek dan Maradong, mereka kecewa dengan wakil rakyat DAP ini yang hanya berjumpa rakyat sewaktu pilihanraya sahaja. Pengundi diberikan wang untuk mengundi mereka. tetapi tidak berminat untuk membantu atau menyampaikan suara dan hasrat rakyat di dewan persidangan.
Rakyat yang memerlukan bantuan , sukar untuk menemui mereka. Orang Iban yang banyak menyokong mereka dalam PRU 2006 juga kecewa dengan janji-janji penipu Dap. Ambil cntoh Adun Bukit Assek minta untuk beliau menyuarakan hasrat rakyat tentang isu tol jambatan Lanang yang sengaja dijadikan modal politik. Selepas menang tak ada apa pun yang dibuatnya. Itu lah luahan penduduk yang tidak berpuas hati dengan Adun Dap di Maradong.
Di Maradong, kerajaan BN juga lah yang membina jalan pintas daripada Bintangor ke Sarikei. malah sebuah jambatan bernilai jutaan ringgit dibina untuk menghubungi dua bandar tersebut.
Sebaliknya kerajaan BN juga yang berusaha menambah baik dan membawa kemajuan kepada penduduk kawasan Bukit Assek Lanang , Sibu.dan juga di Bintangor.
Menjadi rebutan ialah enam kerusi Dewan Undangan Negeri (DUN) majoriti kaum Cina di Lembangan Rajang - Bukit Assek, Pelawan, Dudong, dan Bawang Assan di Sibu; Meradong di Bintangor dan Repok di Sarikei.
DAP memenangi dua daripada enam kerusi itu -- Bukit Assek dan Meradong -- pada pilihan raya negeri 2006 dan kalah tipis di Pelawan, Dudong dan Repok.
Penganalisis politik Prof Dr James Chin dari Monash University berpendapat DAP pasti akan menumpukan pada kerusi berkenaan kerana "tidak akan menjadi masalah bagi mereka untuk mengekalkan kebanyakan kerusi yang dimenangi mereka di Kuching pada pilihan raya lepas".
Menurutnya, kemenangan DAP pada pilihan raya kecil Parlimen Sibu tahun lepas menandakan peningkatan sokongan kepada parti itu.
Pemimpin DAP negeri berkongsi pandangan yang sama tetapi enggan mendabik dada mengenai peluang mereka.
Pakar strategi DAP dan anggota Parlimen Bukit Bendera Liew Chin Tong berkata terdapat banyak faktor yang boleh menjejaskan persiapan walaupun parti mengharapkan prestasi terbaik sejak 1987 apabila parti pemerintah hampir dinafikan majoriti dua pertiga.
"Kami perlu bersikap realistik, kami berdepan dengan pasukan yang kuat, kekurangan sumber berbanding dengan jentera pilihan raya BN yang serba lengkap. Lagipun, kebanyakan penduduk Sarawak masih tidak dapat menerima hakikat sekiranya (pentadbiran) negeri ini tanpa (Ketua Menteri Sarawak Tan Sri Abdul) Taib (Mahmud)," katanya.
Pada penilaian TM lain pula, dalam perbualan dengan penduduk Bukit Assek dan Maradong, mereka kecewa dengan wakil rakyat DAP ini yang hanya berjumpa rakyat sewaktu pilihanraya sahaja. Pengundi diberikan wang untuk mengundi mereka. tetapi tidak berminat untuk membantu atau menyampaikan suara dan hasrat rakyat di dewan persidangan.
Rakyat yang memerlukan bantuan , sukar untuk menemui mereka. Orang Iban yang banyak menyokong mereka dalam PRU 2006 juga kecewa dengan janji-janji penipu Dap. Ambil cntoh Adun Bukit Assek minta untuk beliau menyuarakan hasrat rakyat tentang isu tol jambatan Lanang yang sengaja dijadikan modal politik. Selepas menang tak ada apa pun yang dibuatnya. Itu lah luahan penduduk yang tidak berpuas hati dengan Adun Dap di Maradong.
Di Maradong, kerajaan BN juga lah yang membina jalan pintas daripada Bintangor ke Sarikei. malah sebuah jambatan bernilai jutaan ringgit dibina untuk menghubungi dua bandar tersebut.
Sebaliknya kerajaan BN juga yang berusaha menambah baik dan membawa kemajuan kepada penduduk kawasan Bukit Assek Lanang , Sibu.dan juga di Bintangor.
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