TUARAN, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- The Sabah government is committed to strengthening its customary law institutions through funding allocations to upgrade existing buildings and construct new Native Courts in several districts throughout the state.
Sabah To Strengthen Customary Law, Upgrade Native Courts - Hajiji
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Sabah plans to strengthen customary law by upgrading Native Courts and enhancing their legal status, as per Chief Minister Hajiji.
- Sabah government will fund upgrades to Native Courts and build new ones.
- The Native Courts Bill 2026 was approved to elevate customary law status.
- Efforts aim to modernize and clarify the jurisdiction of customary law institutions.
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