[Letter to the Editor] Padungan rep must answer for his DUS sitting conduct as allegations need evidence
Letter to the Editor By Gerard Lim An elected representative has every right to question how public money is spent. At the same time, he must also substantiate serious allegations and respect the person chairing the debate. Sarawak Democratic Action Party (DAP) chairman and Padungan assemblyman Chong Chieng Jen’s conduct in the recent Sarawak Legislative Assembly deserves careful scrutiny on both counts. On Oct 14, Chong questioned the Falcon 8X aircraft lease involving Cempaka Helicopter…
A Sarawak assemblyman faced scrutiny for his conduct during a debate on a government aircraft lease, with calls for evidence behind his allegations.
The assemblyman was asked to verify sources for his allegations about a government aircraft lease.
He claimed not to be alleging criminal practice but failed to explain how his documents supported his criticism.
The Deputy Speaker emphasized the need for lawmakers to substantiate claims and respect debate procedures.
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An elected representative has every right to question how public money is spent. At the same time, he must also substantiate serious allegations and respect the person chairing the debate.
Sarawak Democratic Action Party (DAP) chairman and Padungan assemblyman Chong Chieng Jen’s conduct in the recent Sarawak Legislative Assembly deserves careful scrutiny on both counts.
On Oct 14, Chong questioned the Falcon 8X aircraft lease involving Cempaka Helicopter Corporation and Hornbill Skyways for State government use. He raised the State Secretary’s roles in government and Hornbill and referred to the Premier as the aircraft’s user. The Deputy Speaker Datuk Idris Buang pressed Chong Chieng Jen to verify his sources.
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