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| Mosses PA Ampang |
In the statement, Ampang highlights Tangau's failure to understand the mentality and political views of former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, particularly in relation to East Malaysians.
The Republic of Sabah North Borneo - RSNB (NGO), challenges the misconceptions and clarifies the reality of Malaysia's history, urging a comprehensive reassessment of the country's political landscape.
Addressing the controversy stirred by Dr Mahathir's remarks, the statement argues that his admission of being a "Malayan imperialist and colonialist" regarding Sabah and Sarawak should be seen as an honest expression of his political views rather than an insult to East Malaysians.
One of the key points raised in the statement is the clarification that Malaysia was not formed in 1963 but rather underwent a rebranding with a new name after the admission of Sabah (previously known as North Borneo), Sarawak, and Singapore (which later left Malaysia in 1965). It emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the colonial arrangement between Britain and Malaya, rather than clinging to the belief that Malaysia was solely a land of freedom and democracy.
The statement challenges the misconception that Malaysia was intended to be a multiethnic nation, arguing instead that its primary aim was to strengthen the position of Malay hegemony, power, and influence over other races.
Furthermore, the statement criticizes Tangau's denial of historical facts, arguing that Sabah and Sarawak were indeed colonial possessions transferred from Great Britain to Tanah Melayu, as documented in colonial records. It highlights the need to wake up to the reality that Malaysia, as believed to have been formed in 1963, was an arrangement by Malaya to establish an ethnocracy and replace the British as their colonial masters.
The statement underscores the gratitude expressed towards Dr Mahathir for revealing his true perspective on Sabahans and Sarawakians as subjects of Malayan imperialism and colonialism. It argues that this revelation strengthens the resolve to pursue the unresolved decolonization of Sabah and Sarawak, which was intended in 1963.
While acknowledging the attempt by Lee Kuan Yew to promote the ideology of Malaysia for Malaysians, the statement highlights the rejection of this vision by Malaya's political parties, particularly UMNO. It contends that their intentions were never inclined towards establishing a truly multiracial country, but rather a Malaysia for Malays.
The statement emphasizes the existing political, economic, and cultural gaps between Malaya and Sabah Sarawak, suggesting that these three entities may not necessarily be suited to remain together for the greater good. It argues that the natives of Sabah and Sarawak have a distinct Bornean identity, rather than being historically considered as Malayan Malays.
As the discussions surrounding Malaysia's history continue, the press statement by Mosses PA Ampang, President of The Republic of Sabah North Borneo - RSNB (NGO), adds an important perspective to the ongoing discourse, challenging misconceptions and advocating for a comprehensive reassessment of the country's political landscape.
The statement emphasizes the need for united efforts in constructing a society that promotes harmony and inclusivity, while recognizing the historical realities and aspirations of Sabah and Sarawak. It also sets a pathway towards achieving independence for these regions, highlighting the importance of their unique identity and aspirations.
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