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Sarawak assembly suspends DAP member over budget debate remarks
Sarawak state assembly suspends DAP's Chong Chieng Jen for offensive language and unverified claims during budget debate.
In brief
Sarawak state assembly suspends DAP's Chong Chieng Jen for offensive language and unverified claims during budget debate. Sarawak state assembly suspended DAP assemblyman Chong Chieng Jen for remainder of sitting after he made unsubstantiated allegations and used offensive language in budget debate. Originally…
Sarawak assembly suspends DAP member
Sarawak state assembly suspended DAP Padungan assemblyman Chong Chieng Jen for remainder of sitting.
Suspension motion passed
Transport Minister Lee Kim Shin moved suspension motion with 62 votes in favor, one against, and one abstention.
Suspension effective immediately
DUN Speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohd Asfia Awang Nassar announced suspension takes effect immediately until October 21.
Chong's misconduct cited
Chong used unverified information and offensive language during 2027 Sarawak Budget debate.
Specific allegations
Chong alleged RM300 million jet lease had improper procurement and possible conflict of interest.
Standing Orders violated
Chong violated Standing Orders 32(4), 32(6), 32(10)(d), and 32(12) for unverified claims and offensive language.
Speaker's justification
Speaker cited Chong's statements as flagrantly violating parliamentary democracy rules.
Hansard references
Chong's remarks recorded in Hansard pages 15, 35-44 of unedited transcript.
Consequence of suspension
Chong suspended for remainder of Sarawak State Legislative Assembly sitting until October 21.
What it means
Sarawak state assembly suspended DAP assemblyman Chong Chieng Jen for remainder of sitting after he made unsubstantiated allegations and used offensive language in budget debate.
