Johor Orang Asli protest 'sultanate land' conversion plan

Puteri Aisya SufianPublished: May 8, 2023 5:53 PM | Updated: May 8, 2023 6:01 PM

A group of Orang Asli in Johor has protested against the proposal to convert their reserves in the state into "sultanate land" this morning.

According to Sinar Daily, over 200 Orang Asli gathered in front of the Johor Menteri Besar Office in Kota Iskandar at 10am to hold an orderly demonstration as well as submit a memorandum pertaining to the matter.

Johor Network of Orang Asli Villages (JPOAJ) chairperson Dolah Tekoi said the community is concerned that they

They also submit memorandum on the matter to MB.

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