Why is Sabah accused of violating rights in tearing down the houses built by the Bajau Laut in Semporna? One NGO explains
Deputy Minister Teo Nie Ching said the ministry is frequently visiting these two states to monitor the progress of the project, which was supposed to be completed in 2022 but is still under an extension of time . “Therefore, we often visit these areas to ensure that contractors prioritise the project. We may impose penalties on them, such as late delivery charges or liquidated damages, or review the contracts. In these two states, more than 20 per cent of the work is still incomplete,” she said.She said this when met after the SPM 2023 Outstanding Student Recognition Programme at the Kulai District Education Office here today.
“We are currently studying the latest technologies because, under Phase 1, we used microwave and fibre, but for remote areas, fibre usage is not viable due to the vast distances.“Now we are implementing a concept similar to the one used in Orang Asli villages, where we utilise satellites. This is also a new technology currently available. So, the Ministry of Communications is studying whether this technology is suitable for us, especially in remote areas.