KUALA LUMPUR (Jan 29): The remaining 16 claims under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) are still under negotiation, with one categorised as partially or interimly resolved, and two having reached a policy decision, the Dewan Rakyat was told on Thursday. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Sabah and Sarawak Affairs) Datuk Mustapha Sakmud said that eight other claims remained under discussion, while five more had been referred for deliberation at the highest level. He said this in response to a question from Datuk Matbali Musah (GRS-Sipitang) on the direct benefits anticipated for the people of Sabah and Sarawak from the improvements to the MA63 structure. He said the government’s commitment was further demonstrated through significant fiscal support, with Sabah and Sarawak receiving development allocations of RM6.9 billion and RM6 billion respectively in 2026. For more Parliament stories, click here.

Source: The Edge Markets January 29, 2026 07:00 UTC