Is Violet Yong’s claim about property managers rights being misleading?

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Violet Yong's Claim Regarding Property Managers' Rights is Deemed Reckless and Misleading

Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian has labelled claims made by Pending assemblywoman Violet Yong, suggesting he neglected the rights and interests of Sarawak's property managers, as "utterly irresponsible, thoughtless and reckless." Dr Sim asserted that, contrary to any implication of restricted practice for professionals from Peninsular Malaysia, there are no such limitations imposed on registered property managers, engineers, and architects from the peninsula wishing to practice in Sarawak. He further called for Yong and Padungan assemblyman Chong Chieng Jen to issue an apology for allegedly misleading the public during the general election period.
Allegations of Reckless Statements

Dr Sim directly addressed Yong's assertion that he had not protected the rights or interests of Sarawak's property managers. He characterised these statements as lacking any basis in fact and not justifiable as fair comment or falling under parliamentary privilege. This criticism was made during his winding-up speech at the state assembly, where he also urged the two Democratic Action Party (DAP) lawmakers to refrain from importing what he described as "Peninsular Malaysia's toxic political culture" into Sarawak.
Absence of Practice Restrictions for Professionals

A key point raised by Dr Sim in refuting Yong's claim was the professional practice landscape. He explicitly stated that, unlike the legal profession, there are no existing restrictions that prevent property managers, engineers, and architects registered in Peninsular Malaysia from practising their professions within Sarawak. This contrasts with potential implications that Sarawak might be safeguarding its local professionals by excluding those from other regions.
Call for Apology Over Alleged Misinformation

Beyond the specific issue of property managers' rights, Dr Sim also demanded an apology from Yong and Chong Chieng Jen for allegedly misleading the people of Sarawak during the last general election. He referenced apologies made by senior DAP leaders, including Secretary-General Anthony Loke and Chairman Lim Guan Eng, to the Sarawak Premier and himself in November 2022, suggesting a precedent for accountability. Dr Sim also challenged the two assemblymen to clarify promises made in their election manifesto, citing the recognition of the Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) as an example.

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