It's ok.. A lot of pro-GPS LYN here will say GPS is the best

GPS is like the UMNO of East Malaysia

West Malaysia already kick UMNO out but Sarawakians still love PBB, SUPP etc

it's open secret that all the study trips are makan angin trips for the cronies and anak2

ROSE calls for transparency in Sarawak govt’s overseas trip expenditures
By lim how pim on May 29, 2025, Thursday at 12:13 PM

KUCHING (May 29): Persatuan Pemangkin Daya Masyarakat (ROSE) has urged the Sarawak government to reconsider its current approach and publish itemised reports on public expenditures related to official overseas trips, particularly those involving top state leadership.

ROSE voiced concern over recent statements from the State Legislative Assembly (DUN), including the Speaker and Deputy Speaker, who argued against disclosing the costs of these trips, citing the economic ‘returns’ they have brought to Sarawak.

“ROSE extends its congratulations to the state leadership for successfully securing billions of ringgits in investments for Sarawak. These achievements are commendable and reflect the capability of the government in pursuing development and economic growth for the state.

“However, it must be clearly stated that the returns or benefits gained from these trips must not be used as justification to avoid transparency and accountability. Public spending and investment outcomes are two distinct matters, and both must be subject to scrutiny,” said the civil society organisation in a statement today.

ROSE emphasised that the people have a right to know how much public funds were spent on official international travel, stressing that transparency is not a political attack, but a fundamental pillar of responsible and trustworthy governance.

“Civil society organisations, including ROSE, have a legitimate role in monitoring, reviewing and offering constructive feedback to ensure public funds are spent prudently and ethically.”

ROSE said it was deeply concerned by recent developments in the DUN involving the 2025 Supplementary Supply Bill, particularly the allocation of an additional RM100 million to the Premier’s Department for chartered flight services.

“What is more troubling is that questions raised about this expenditure were disallowed, effectively shutting down avenues for public scrutiny and parliamentary oversight.

“Simultaneously, the approval of a taxpayer-funded study tour to the United States for assembly members raises pressing concerns about the state government’s spending priorities and its commitment to transparency and accountability,” it said.

ROSE stressed that these are legitimate concerns, particularly when ordinary Sarawakians are struggling economically.

It added that elected representatives should lead by example by ensuring transparency, justifying expenses and staying accountable to the people who put them in office.

“ROSE firmly believes that a strong government has nothing to fear from transparency. In fact, openness strengthens public trust and reinforces the legitimacy of the government’s efforts.”

Source: https://www.theborneopost.com/2025/05/29/ro...p-expenditures/

Former assemblywoman slams dismissal of public scrutiny over S’wak leaders’ overseas spending
By Philip Wong on May 28, 2025, Wednesday at 10:02 PM

SIBU (May 28): Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN) Speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Nassar’s decision to disallow the question raised by Pending assemblywoman Violet Yong on the breakdown of the Premier and state Cabinet ministers’ overseas trips expenses is an outright assault on the principles of transparency and accountability, which are the fundamentals of good governance.

In stating this, former Bukit Assek assemblywoman Irene Chang said more concerning was the Speaker’s remarks that the travel costs were a ‘pittance’ and ‘triviality’ compared to the investments brought in by these overseas trips.

“This rationale is deeply flawed and reflects a dismissive attitude towards public accountability. These overseas trips are public expenditures and funded by taxpayers’ money.

“Every sen of these taxpayers’ money must be subject to scrutiny, regardless of the amount,” she said in a statement.

She also referred to the RM100 million being allocated to the Premier’s Department for overseas duties in the latest Supplementary Supply Bill.

Chang said the notion that the trips were necessary and the cost incurred did not need to be revealed because they were ‘small’ or offset by future investments was a dangerous precedent to the unchecked misuse of funds.

“Claims of investment returns do not, and cannot, in any circumstances negate the public’s right to know how and why the public funds are being spent. It is therefore totally justified for Yong to request for the expenditures incurred from these overseas trips to be revealed to the public.

“This is to ensure transparency, to prevent misuse, and to protect the public interest. Denying this right not only disrespects and undermines the people’s mandate for the elected representative in question but also erodes public trust in our democratic institutions.”

Adding on, Chang said the DUN should not allow itself to be reduced to a rubber stamp for executive decisions, and must remain a platform for honest debate, scrutiny and accountability.

She added it was the very place where legitimate inquiries, such as the one raised by Yong, are encouraged and not silenced.

“As it is, denying this request for such crucial information could further erode public trust in the current government.”

Source: https://www.theborneopost.com/2025/05/28/fo...rseas-spending/

INSIDE DUN: Sarawak government’s silence on travel costs suggests they’re hiding something
27/05/2025


Kuching: Democratic Action Party (DAP) Sarawak chairman Chong Chieng Jen has condemned State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar for rejecting Pending state assemblywoman Violet Yong’s question on ministers and deputy ministers overseas trip expenses, saying the move undermines transparency and deepens public distrust in the government.

“Asfia’s actions today only make things worse. The more the government refuses to disclose the expenses of these overseas trips, the more it shows that they have something to hide and are unwilling to face the people,” he said during a press conference at the DUN yesterday.

Chong, also the Padungan assemblyman, clarified that DAP does not oppose government officials’ overseas study tours, acknowledging that they can offer certain benefits.

However, he stressed that the real issue is whether the expenses are justified. “The key question is whether the spending is reasonable and necessary,” he said.

He urged the government to uphold transparency and accountability by proactively disclosing detailed costs of such trips, allowing the public to assess their legitimacy, rather than having the Speaker cover up the issue with a single remark.

Despite the Speaker’s rejection, Chong affirmed that both he and Violet Yong would continue to push for transparency, urging the state government to release the detailed expenses incurred by ministers and top officials on overseas trips over the years.

“The people have a right to know how public funds are used,” he said.

Source: https://en.dapsarawak.org/sarawak-governmen...ding-something/

Its a miracle no action taken against chong yet

What action do you expect to be taken against him?

Rilek la, nanti duit Petros ada.

Knowing almighty GPS domination, they would destroy the ones that is against them lol

That is the cost of Sarawakian unity.

Sarawakians don't want to be like the Philippines where (opposition) politicians are gunned down