MIRI: A German expatriate in Miri and his family are calling for tougher enforcement against animal cruelty in Sarawak. He appealed to the state government to take steps to curb such cruelty by enforcing tougher laws against animal-abuse culprits. "Such animal cruelty must stop if Sarawak wants to be seen as a developed state," Liebertz said. "Animal welfare is a key yardstick and indicator of a developed and healthy society. "There have been increasing complaints about cruelty towards animals in homes and even among those selling animals for commercial purposes in Miri.

Source: The Star May 23, 2019 02:47 UTC