responsibility to 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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