Longstanding tensions between East Malaysia and Peninsular Malaysia have some seeking autonomy – or even secession.
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December 11, 2020
The Legislative Assembly (DUNS) in Kuching, Sarawak, consists of 82 members, making it the largest state legislature in Malaysia.
Credit: Robert Bociaga
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Malaysia’s hornbill has reasons to fly low. The 57 years of the union has prompted many netizens of the State of Sarawak, of which this tropical bird is the symbol, to review the agreements that promised them fair treatment. Ostensibly, amid an ongoing political crisis, there could not be a better time to push for reforms of the federal system. What lies behind these demands and what are the chances of fulfilling them?