10 April 2024
On Today Show
— Nicholas Mujah, Sarawakian environmentalist cum Secretary General of SADIA – Sarawak will definitely fail to achieve the goal of zero carbon emissions by 2050
— (Call In) Madam Agnes from Selangau – PSB's Entry into GPS: A Betrayal of Trust for Sarawakians
— Thomas Fann, member of Projek SAMA – The Role of Forgiveness in Building a Multiracial Society
Topik Pada Hari Ini
- Nicholas Mujah, ahli alam sekitar Sarawak dan Setiausaha Agung SADIA - Sarawak pasti gagal mencapai matlamat sifar jemari karbon menjelang 2050.
- (Panggilan masuk) Puan Agnes dari Selangau - Kemasukan PSB ke dalam GPS: Pengkhianatan Kepercayaan bagi Orang Sarawak.
- Thomas Fann, ahli Projek SAMA - Peranan Pengampunan dalam Membina Masyarakat Pelbagai Kaum.
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*Special Randau*
1. Hari Raya Aidilfitri is celebrated cheerfully and modestly throughout the country. We at RFS conti take this opportunity to wish all listeners a happy Raya Aidilfitri.
2. March 2024 is the hottest month. The month of March 2024 broke the world's hottest temperature record- Said the Copernicus climate change service (C3S) in its monthly bulletin issued last Tuesday. While the past year 2023 was the hottest year on planet earth in global records since 1850.
3. Sarawak will definitely fail to reach the target of zero carbon emissions by 2050. With the current energy policy - Sarawak will pollute the environment more - Nicholas Mujah said. Sarawak will fail - how to be an example and help other countries in Asia - Mujah asked.
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Nicholas Mujah, Sarawakian environmentalist cum Secretary General of SADIA
*Sarawak will definitely fail to achieve the goal of zero carbon emissions by 2050*
In Hari Raya Aidilfitri message today, Sarawak Premier Johari Openg stated that Sarawak is ready to help Asian countries achieve the goal of zero carbon emissions by 2050. Johari mentioned that Sarawak has the potential for 20 GW of hydro energy, green hydrogen energy, floating solar energy, and biomass from forest resources. The cascading dam project will be implemented in Sg. Gaat in Baleh. Johari also mentioned that Sarawak is ready to sell hydropower to Brunei and Sabah, and to Singapore through a 700 km long submarine line.
According to Mujah, the energy resource planning chosen by Sarawak will create economic opportunities but will still pollute the environment. Any dam project that involves felling trees, flooding large areas of land, displacing forest and human habitats, and blocking river flow will impact the environment, contribute to global warming, and release significant amounts of carbon. As evidence, Sarawak is known for not complying with sustainable product standards. Sarawak's timber and agricultural products face restrictions in several European countries. Mujah believes that Sarawak has failed in environmental management. He views Johari's statements as propaganda intended to deceive the rural community. Mujah is confident that with the current energy plan, Sarawak will not achieve the goal of zero carbon emissions by 2050.
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(Call In) Madam Agnes from Selangau
*PSB's Entry into GPS: A Betrayal of Trust for Sarawakians*
Call from loyal RFS listener from Selangau, Madam Agnes, felt compelled to give her views on a hot issue regarding PSB during the recent Sarawak State Election, where PSB secured the second highest number of seats after GPS. This means that the people were deceived by PSB for not choosing PH at that time. Loyal supporters of PH should not be divided because of being deceived by a party that splits the vote against PH.
In the coffee shops in Selangau, the issue of PSB joining PDPGPS is a hot topic, where the people are disappointed after seeing PSB join GPS.
Therefore, it is hoped that the people will return to PH during the upcoming Sarawak State Election and not be swayed by Malayan parties for PH and only GPS as the local party.
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Thomas Fann, member of Projek SAMA
*The Role of Forgiveness in Building a Multiracial Society*
Thomas Fann wrote an article entitled "#MZB365: Forgiveness and Nation Building" in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri, emphasizing the importance of seeking forgiveness. While seeking forgiveness may appear as a sign of weakness, it is a powerful act that not only heals relationships but also saves entire nations. This kind of action has saved many countries.
In the context of our multiracial and multireligious country, it is crucial to have a compassionate attitude towards forgiveness, as none of us is free from mistakes. This attitude is essential for nation-building.
Thomas chose Rwanda as an example because 30 years ago, a tragic incident occurred where, in just three months, around 800,000 people were killed in a genocide. In Rwanda, there are two main tribes: the Hutu, who are the majority, and the Tutsi, along with another smaller tribe, the Twa. The conflict between the Hutu and Tutsi escalated when the Tutsi tribe shot down a plane carrying the President, leading to the Hutu retaliating and killing many Tutsis. Neighbors killed each other, and no other countries came to their aid. A civil war ensued, and the Tutsi army eventually gained control of the country. However, they appointed a Hutu president, and the vice president was a Tutsi, Paul Kagame.
From that point, they began the process of rehabilitating the country. This is an important historical example where forgiveness managed to reshape the nation. Today, Rwanda is a stable and developing country in Africa.
Fann wrote this article in response to recent events, such as the issue with socks bearing the halal logo and the local shoe brand where the word "Allah" was found. These sensitive issues have been exploited by some politicians to stoke anger in our country, leading to the attacks on three KK Marts with Molotov cocktails, including one in Kuching, Sarawak. This has raised concerns. As a response, they started the campaign #MZB365, which stands for "Maaf Zahir Batin 365 hari," to remind everyone of the importance of forgiveness not just during Hari Raya but every day. This attitude is crucial for us to be able to forgive those who have wronged us.
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