KOTA KIABALU: Sabah Progressive Party (SAPP) President Datuk Yong Teck Lee stated Friday it is with high hopes that the people of Sabah look forward to the retum of power and greatness to the people of Sabah in the new lunar year of the water drag on which symbolises power and greatness.
"The year of the dragon coincides with the general elections that is most likely to be held this lunar year.
"It is for this,reason of economic prosperity for the people, greatness for Sabah and people power that SAPP has launched its 'Economic Plan for Sabah' and 'Land Reforms' that will directly and effectively bene fit Malaysians in Sabah,” he said in Xin Chun (Chinese New Year) message.
The former Chief Minister added that the economic planand land reforms will serve to uplift ttre socio-economic status of the people so that they, especially the young generition, are sufficiently empowered to face the challenges of the future.
Sabahans have once again exhibited resilence by overcoming a year filled with anxieties such as natural and nuclear disasters in Asia, financial and economic crisis in Erope and upheavels in foreign countries.
"We were also faced with our own set of domestic trials and tribulations," he added.
Yong claimed that as in recent years, many young sabahans remain overseas for economic and livelihood reasons.
"Our thoughts are with these young people and their parents who yearn for their children to be at their family reunions during this festive season.
"It is our earnest hope that in the future,these young people will find it financially feasible to be reunited with their families during Xin Chun.
"I wish everybody a happy Xin Chun in the new year of the dragon,” he Said.
Daily Express
Saturday, January 21, 2012
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