KUCHING (Jan 13): Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said his recent remarks relating to Sarawakians having chosen to pursue their careers overseas was never meant to negate, criticise or belittle them. The Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government said his comments were made in the context of reflecting on Sarawak s [...]
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