Sarawakian expectations on new Abang Jo era

suppadmin | January 25, 2017

The Former chief minister, Adenan Satem passed away of heart complications on 11 Jan, which ended what is popularly known as Sarawak “Adenan era”.

The sixth Chief Minister, Datuk Amar Abang Johari, was sworn in on 13 Jan, opening a new political era in Sarawak.

To the high expectations of political observers as well as ordinary citizens, Abang Jo have stressed on many occasion, that the Adenan policy and philosophy will continue. This is a good news for all Sarawak people.

In one of his early statements, he stressed that UMNO will never come into Sarawak.

But as the new CM, despite his efforts to carry on the good political philosophy of his successor, Abang Jo must show a new leadership style. If he continues to emphasise the earlier policies of Adenan, it will only led him to continue as a leader in the shadow of Adenan.

With more than 30 years of experience in the political arena, Abang Jo has the experience and background of Sarawak’s politics and direction.

He is well aware of the ordinary people expectations – especially on the improvement of living standards, more employment openings and development opportunities.

Compared to Adenan, due to his health, Abang Jo clearly has more time to work and reach out to the people’s expectations.