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Malaysian politicians criticized a Philippine senator's suggestion that Sabah could be a commodity to ease oil woes, asserting Sabah's sovereignty.

Sabah's Sovereignty Reaffirmed

Politicians from Malaysia's Sabah state on Friday dismissed a Philippine senator's remarks, stating that Sabah is not a 'commodity' to solve other countries' issues. Azrul Ibrahim of Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah Youth emphasized that Sabah is an integral part of a sovereign nation, and its position within the federation cannot be questioned by any party.

Linking Sabah to Oil Woes Criticized

Azrul Ibrahim condemned attempts to link Sabah to current oil and gas issues as an excuse to revive outdated claims. He stated these efforts are 'unwarranted and are meant to divert the internal crisis suffered by certain parties,' highlighting strong disapproval of using the Sabah claim as a pretext for oil-related problems.

*Source: SCMP (2026-03-28)*

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