I refer to the report “Suhakam disappointed annual report not debated in Parliament” (The Star, Dec 1). As an ordinary Malaysian citizen and voter, I share the disappointment expressed by the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) that its 2019 annual report will not be debated in Parliament this year. Suhakam said the report, which was tabled in Parliament on Nov 4, highlights serious human rights issues that require urgent action by the government. It is pertinent to note that on Dec 5 last year, our Parliament made history when it debated Suhakam’s annual report for the first time. Given that Suhakam was established under the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia Act 1999, it is only proper that this report be debated in Parliament, even though it is not mandatory.

Source: The Star December 08, 2020 01:01 UTC