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Minister denies rural road project cancellations amid MP opposition
A senior government minister has rejected claims that acceptance letters for East Malaysian rural road projects have been cancelled, even as parliamentarians from the region insist contractors in their constituencies have received termination notices.
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The dispute emerged during parliamentary proceedings as several East Malaysian MPs challenged the minister's assertion that no project cancellations had taken place. The lawmakers contended that multiple contractors operating in their constituencies had been issued formal cancellation letters related to rural road infrastructure initiatives.
The minister maintained the government's position that acceptance letters for the rural road projects remain valid and that no systematic cancellations have been authorised. However, the MPs' pushback suggests a disconnect between the ministry's official stance and the ground situation in East Malaysian constituencies.
The controversy highlights ongoing tensions over infrastructure project implementation in Sabah and Sarawak, where rural connectivity remains a key development priority. The dispute underscores the need for clarity on project status and communication between federal authorities and regional stakeholders.
Parliament did not immediately resolve the disagreement, with the matter appearing likely to require further investigation or clarification from the relevant ministry.