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Borneo Post
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Tupong assemblyman questions DAP's non-support for addition of DUN seats
Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman KUCHING (July 8): Tupong assemblyman Dato Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman has questioned the logic behind the Democratic Action Party (DAP)'s reluctance in supporting the proposed increase of seats in the State Legislative Assembly (DUN). Debating the DUN (Composition of Membership) Bill 2025, during a special sitting yesterday, Fazzrudin expressed bewilderment at what he described as DAP's inconsistent stance, calling it 'a clear sign of political confusion'. 'I am baffled that members from the Opposition, particularly Pending and Padungan, oppose increasing state seats, yet (they) support adding parliamentary seats. This inconsistency is difficult to comprehend,' he pointed out. The Bill, tabled by Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, proposes to increase the number of elected DUN Sarawak members from the present 82 to 99, following the constitutional provision that allows for a review after eight years. Fazzrudin, also the chief political secretary to the Sarawak Premier, said the Opposition's claims that the seat increase would benefit Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) politically were 'premature and unfounded'. 'The role of the DUN today is only to decide whether or not we agree to increase the seats. 'The redelineation process after that is under the jurisdiction of the Election Commission (EC), not GPS. 'The EC, which falls under the federal government's jurisdiction, will handle the technical aspects including public objections and final approvals.' Fazzrudin lambasted DAP representatives for suggesting that the move was politically motivated. 'How is it fair that a large area like Hulu Rajang, which is the size of Pahang, is represented by only three state seats? Shouldn't we be looking at geographic realities too, not just population?' he said. Fazzrudin stressed that having more representatives would translate to more allocations of resources and better development for rural and underrepresented areas, aligning with Sarawak's long-term development goals. 'The idea of 'one person, one vote' must also consider the physical size and development needs of a constituency. A larger area with only one ADUN (assemblyman) cannot be effectively served.' He also reminded the House that the proposed redelineation was in line with Malaysia's founding agreements, citing the need to restore the one-third parliamentary seat representation for Sarawak and Sabah, a provision originally safeguarded during the formation of Malaysia. 'This is the first step towards restoring that balance. 'Once, Sarawak, Sabah and Singapore together held one-third of the seats in Parliament. That balance must be reinstated to ensure that no law detrimental to our rights is passed without any proper check.' The Bill is expected to proceed to the next stage of the legislative process, pending approval from the EC, and eventual endorsement by the federal government.
New Straits Times
14-06-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Tupong assemblyman wins FAS president's post unopposed
KUCHING: Tupong assemblyman Datuk Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman was today elected unopposed as the new president of the Football Association of Sarawak (FAS) for the 2025-2027 term after sports consultant Dr Mohammed Syafiq Abdullah withdrew from contesting at the FAS annual general meeting (AGM) here. Fazzrudin, who is also Kuching City FA president, took over from Abang Zulkarnain Abang Abdul Rahman, who declined to seek re-election at the AGM today. Stakan assemblyman Datuk Hamzah Brahim was also elected deputy president unopposed. The posts of five vice-presidents went to Sophie Shariee with 25 votes, Khairulddin Qalam Daud (24 votes), Khairul Anuar Adeni (23 votes), Hailcal Abdullah (17 votes) and Nichol Agoi (16 votes). Speaking to reporters later, Fazzrudin said his main task was to promote the Sarawak Premier League as his first major initiative to reignite the local football scene. He explained that the premier league was scheduled to kick off by September at the latest, explaining that the competition would adopt a 'home' and 'away' format, and feature teams from across all Sarawak divisions. He said the aim was to strengthen grassroots football by focusing on the development of players, coaches, referees and infrastructure. "In the long term, as our league grows stronger, we will be able to produce more high-calibre players with the potential to be absorbed into teams in the Malaysian League, or even Indonesia's Liga 1. "That is my dream—to see Sarawakian players competing on bigger stages. "It's not an impossible dream, but one that requires a clear strategy, proper planning and phased implementation. God-willing, with consistent effort, we can achieve this goal," he said. He said among the key priorities outlined by the new FAS leadership was the continued enhancement of coaching quality through courses initiated in the past . He added refereeing standards would also be improved through regular training and certification, while attention would be given to field facilities and infrastructure to ensure that every team had access to adequate and high-quality training venues. Fazzrudin said the state's premier league would be held annually and be limited to local players for now. "Although there are international students at higher learning institutions in Sarawak who are interested in taking part, their inclusion has not been considered at this stage. "That said, the possibility of involving them in the future remains open, depending on the needs and development of the league," he added. The age limit for players was still under discussion, but for the inaugural edition, there would be no age restriction to encourage wider participation.
Barnama
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Barnama
Fazzrudin, New FAS President
KUCHING, June 14 (Bernama) -- Kuching City Football Club president Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman has won the Sarawak Football Association (FAS) president post uncontested at the association's Annual General Meeting today. Fazzrudin who takes over from Abang Zulkarnain Abang Abdul Rahman, will hold the position for the 2025-2027 term. Fazzrudin, who is also the chief political secretary to the Sarawak Premier, won uncontested following the withdrawal of another candidate, Dr Mohd Shafiq Abdullah, at the last minute. bootstrap slideshow Met with reporters after the meeting, Fazzrudin said that among his main agenda as FAS president is to bring football to the grassroots level by organising the Sarawak Premier League. He said the league would involve teams representing parts of Sarawak and it would be an annual event. "If the quality of the league is good, then we hope it can produce more quality players who may be approached by teams in the Malaysian League or overseas leagues. We want to see football players from Sarawak being able to play at a higher level. "I hope we can start this league by September at the latest as it may take three months," he said. At the same meeting, the position of FAS deputy president was also won unopposed by Datuk Hamzah Brahim. -- BERNAMA
The Sun
14-06-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Fazzrudin Wins FAS President Post Unopposed for 2025-2027
KUCHING: Kuching City Football Club president Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman has won the Sarawak Football Association (FAS) president post uncontested at the association's Annual General Meeting today. Fazzrudin who takes over from Abang Zulkarnain Abang Abdul Rahman, will hold the position for the 2025-2027 term. Fazzrudin, who is also the chief political secretary to the Sarawak Premier, won uncontested following the withdrawal of another candidate, Dr Mohd Shafiq Abdullah, at the last minute. Met with reporters after the meeting, Fazzrudin said that among his main agenda as FAS president is to bring football to the grassroots level by organising the Sarawak Premier League. He said the league would involve teams representing parts of Sarawak and it would be an annual event. 'If the quality of the league is good, then we hope it can produce more quality players who may be approached by teams in the Malaysian League or overseas leagues. We want to see football players from Sarawak being able to play at a higher level. 'I hope we can start this league by September at the latest as it may take three months,' he said. At the same meeting, the position of FAS deputy president was also won unopposed by Datuk Hamzah Brahim.
The Sun
14-06-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Fazzrudin, new FAS president
KUCHING: Kuching City Football Club president Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman has won the Sarawak Football Association (FAS) president post uncontested at the association's Annual General Meeting today. Fazzrudin who takes over from Abang Zulkarnain Abang Abdul Rahman, will hold the position for the 2025-2027 term. Fazzrudin, who is also the chief political secretary to the Sarawak Premier, won uncontested following the withdrawal of another candidate, Dr Mohd Shafiq Abdullah, at the last minute. Met with reporters after the meeting, Fazzrudin said that among his main agenda as FAS president is to bring football to the grassroots level by organising the Sarawak Premier League. He said the league would involve teams representing parts of Sarawak and it would be an annual event. 'If the quality of the league is good, then we hope it can produce more quality players who may be approached by teams in the Malaysian League or overseas leagues. We want to see football players from Sarawak being able to play at a higher level. 'I hope we can start this league by September at the latest as it may take three months,' he said. At the same meeting, the position of FAS deputy president was also won unopposed by Datuk Hamzah Brahim.
