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Malaysia Cabinet approves transfer of environmental powers to Sarawak
The Cabinet has endorsed an amended order that grants greater environmental authority to Sarawak state. The measure has received approval from the Attorney-General's office and will now be presented to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong for royal consent.
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Malaysia's Cabinet has given the green light to a revised executive order that transfers environmental regulatory powers to Sarawak, marking a significant shift in the federal-state balance of authority over natural resources and conservation matters.
The amended order has already cleared scrutiny by the Attorney-General's office, which found it compliant with constitutional and legal requirements. Officials indicated the measure is now ready for submission to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim, whose formal assent is required before the order can take effect.
The transfer of environmental powers to Sarawak reflects ongoing negotiations between federal and state governments regarding the division of administrative responsibilities. The move is expected to grant the state greater autonomy in managing environmental regulations and resource oversight within its territory.
Once the Yang di-Pertuan Agong grants royal consent, the amended order will become law. The exact scope and implementation timeline of the transferred powers are expected to be detailed in subsequent government announcements.