defend and support those who are defending the environment - for their sake
and ours, and for the sake of the planet.
Overall, this community protocol illustrates the strength and resolve of
Sabah's Indigenous peoples and the importance of supporting them to share
in their own voices their plans, priorities and visions for the future. Through
the participation of community representatives in meetings of the Native
Laws, Materials and Cases Committee, we have heard their story personally
and commend them for their efforts. They are leaders not just within their
communities but also in Sabah and Malaysia as a whole. We acknowledge and
applaud this community and others in Sabah who have taken the time and
care to document their adat and protocols. They are a source of pride and
strength for our people and we encourage all fellow Sabahans and Malaysians
to join us in supporting them.
Tan Sri Datuk Seri Panglima Richard Malanjum
Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak
Datuk Douglas Cristo Primus Sikayun
Retired High Court Judge of Sabah and Sarawak
Chairman of Native Laws, Materials and Cases Committee
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