Sarawakians share hopes for new Governor

KUCHING: The public has warmly received the appointment of Tun Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar as the eighth Sarawak Governor (TYT).

His assumption of the TYT office, following his appointment by Yang Di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah ibni Almarhum Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Al-Musta’in Billah at Istana Negara last Friday, has elicited positive reactions across Sarawak.

In response, New Sarawak Tribune conducted interviews to capture the sentiments and expectations of Sarawakians for their new Governor.

Aiman Fitri

AIMAN FITRI, 23,
Trainee Executive

“I am looking forward to having a new TYT who has a solid background, a wealth of experience, and is well-respected, elements that are crucial to our beloved state. Moreover, the new TYT should be a well-known figure in Malaysia as his appointment will uphold Sarawak’s strategic geopolitical position.”

Jordan Ajeng

JORDAN AJENG, 25,
Real Estate Agent

“My hope is that this beautiful state will continue to prosper and become a developed state. I am confident that our current administration will deliver what is best for Sarawak and will continue to improve. Rome was not built in a day, but recent growth has shown us the potential and the dream we hope to achieve: a high-income state with a thriving community. I think I speak for most when we say we always pray for the best for Sarawak. So, with that said, dum spiro spero.”

Kevin Iskandar Toh

KEVIN ISKANDAR TOH, 18,
Student

“I hope that the next TYT will be a visionary leader who can not only bring more development to the people of Sarawak but also maintain the peace and unity of Sarawakians towards a prosperous and progressive state.”

Edner Patrick Stephen

EDNER PATRICK STEPHEN, 34,
Interim Regional Manager

“My hope for the new TYT is that he will be able to promote harmony, address inequality, support youth leaders, encourage infrastructure, and advocate transparency to better society. He should be someone with moral authority and compassionate leadership that can drive positive change by engaging groups and symbolising Sarawak’s interests.”

Ivan Alexander Ong

IVAN ALEXANDER ONG, 22,
Legal Intern

“The appointment of the TYT of Sarawak, envisioning a Head of State who will represent Sarawak with principles of democracy, fairness, and accountability, is crucial. Beyond political affiliations, the incoming TYT must play a vital role in safeguarding democracy, acting as a fair referee in politics, and providing a non-political voice during times of crisis and celebration.”

Leandro Mcrae

LEANDRO MCRAE, 28,
Acting General Manager

“I hope the new TYT has a great vision for the people of Sarawak. I hope he will take good care of the Sarawakian people, standing firm to protect and preserve what is rightfully theirs.”