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Malaysia's 1963 agreement still binding, minister says
Armizan Mohd Ali says MA63 remains in force and no new deal is needed to govern the federation.
In brief
Armizan Mohd Ali says MA63 remains in force and no new deal is needed to govern the federation. The Malaysia Agreement 1963 didn't expire when the Federal Constitution was enacted and continues to bind all parties today. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
MA63 remains in force today
The Malaysia Agreement 1963 didn't cease to exist when the Federal Constitution was enacted. Its commitments and responsibilities continue to bind all parties.
“The commitments and responsibilities outlined therein remain relevant and binding, past, present and future”
Article VIII requires ongoing action
The agreement mandates that governments of Malaya, North Borneo and Sarawak take necessary measures to implement guarantees from the Inter-Governmental Committee Report.
MA63 is Malaysia's birth certificate
Understanding Malaysia's formation must include full recognition of MA63, not just the 1948 Federation of Malaya Agreement or 1957 independence.
Malaysia Day only official since 2010
Though Malaysia was formed in 1963, September 16 only became an official celebration in the national calendar starting in 2010.
No new deal needed
Armizan dismissed calls for a new agreement. MA63's provisions clearly show the original agreement didn't expire and remains binding.
“Malaysia did not require a new agreement or what some parties described as a 'new deal'”
Minister hopes for continued prosperity
Armizan expressed hope that Malaysia will develop into a stronger, more advanced nation while ensuring prosperity and security for all Malaysians.
The bottom line
The Malaysia Agreement 1963 didn't expire when the Federal Constitution was enacted and continues to bind all parties today.
