GUA MUSANG, Oct 13 — Orang Asli children should not be left without documentation because of issues involving their parents’ marriage records, said National Registration Department (JPN) director-general Datuk Badrul Hisham Alias.
He said JPN would assess each case based on the facts, supporting documents and individual circumstances to determine the appropriate action, particularly for birth registration.
He said the department respected the customs and culture of the Orang Asli community, but customary marriages and the legal requirements for marriage registration had to be assessed in accordance with the applicable laws.
“Children should not be left without documentation assistance just because their parents face marriage record issues. We respect customs, obey the law and help find solutions,” he told reporters after attending the Registration Literacy Programme held in conjunction with the 78th state-level National Registration Day celebration at Pos Balar here.
