Who are the proposed new members for the MA63 committee?

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Two new members for the MA63 technical committee are to be finalised this month

Two proposed new members for the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) Implementation Action Council Technical Committee are set to be confirmed this month. The restructuring of the committee, which aims to enhance its effectiveness in addressing MA63-related matters, has reached a significant stage with a draft memorandum ready for Cabinet review.
Proposed Sabah Representative

For Sabah, the proposed new member to join the technical committee is Datuk Ewon Benedick, the Minister of Entrepreneurship and Cooperative Development. His inclusion is part of a broader effort to ensure comprehensive representation and facilitate discussions on issues pertinent to Sabah's position within the federation.
Proposed Sarawak Representative

Representing Sarawak, the proposed new member is Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang, who currently serves as the Minister of National Unity. The Deputy Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who chairs the technical committee, highlighted the need for an additional minister from Sarawak to assist in parliamentary responses when he is unavailable.
Committee Restructuring Rationale

The restructuring of the MA63 Implementation Action Council Technical Committee is being undertaken to replace the previous role held by Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali, the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Sabah, Sarawak Affairs and Special Functions). This move is intended to streamline the committee's operations and ensure dedicated focus on MA63 matters.
Multi-tiered Negotiation Framework

The negotiation process for MA63 issues operates on a three-tiered structure. The highest level is the Implementation Action Council, chaired by the Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, with participation from the Premier of Sarawak, Tan Sri Abang Johari Abang Openg, and the Chief Minister of Sabah, Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. The technical committee, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, serves as the second tier, with a working committee of government officials forming the third. Issues that cannot be resolved at the working level are escalated to the technical committee for decision-making, and subsequently to the Implementation Action Council if necessary.

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