Malaysia will accelerate talks with Sabah regarding the state's 40 percent revenue claim after elections produce a new government, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced during parliamentary question time. The federal administration convened a special Cabinet session to review guidance from the Attorney-General before determining whether to appeal a High Court ruling that found Sabah entitled to four-tenths of collections generated within its borders.
While preliminary discussions have begun, Anwar explained that substantive negotiations cannot advance until Sabah establishes its post-election administration. The premier indicated he would direct the swift resolution of outstanding issues under the Malaysia Agreement 1963, potentially scheduling intensive talks during December's opening week. A technical committee led by the second deputy prime minister has already engaged with Sabah and Sarawak representatives on the matter, contradicting suggestions that prior consultations never occurred.
While preliminary discussions have begun, Anwar explained that substantive negotiations cannot advance until Sabah establishes its post-election administration. The premier indicated he would direct the swift resolution of outstanding issues under the Malaysia Agreement 1963, potentially scheduling intensive talks during December's opening week. A technical committee led by the second deputy prime minister has already engaged with Sabah and Sarawak representatives on the matter, contradicting suggestions that prior consultations never occurred.
