JOHOR CHIEF MINISTER BACKS NETWORK SCHOOL CLOSURE
On Tuesday, Johor Chief Minister Onn Hafiz Ghazi backed MBIP’s decision and stressed that the move was in accordance with existing legal provisions.
“The enforcement action was only taken after complaints and information were verified, inspections were conducted, non-compliance was identified and all legal processes were completed,” he said in a statement.
Not all of an entity’s activities may comply with licensing conditions, he said.
“When non-compliance is identified, action must be taken without compromise,” he said.
While Johor welcomes high-quality investment, “no investor, company or organisation can be placed above the sovereignty of the country’s laws”, he said.
“Within the scope of jurisdiction provided, the state government and local authorities will not compromise on any violation of the law or matters that could undermine the security, sovereignty and interests of the country,” he added.
Onn Hafiz called on the Home Ministry, Immigration Department, police and other relevant security agencies to continue their investigations into the issue and take stern action if offences involving the misuse of second passports, identity misrepresentation, breaches of entry conditions or other violations under Malaysian law were uncovered.
“This matter cannot be taken lightly, especially when Johor is a strategic entry point to the country bordering Singapore. Any weakness or abuse of the immigration system must be addressed immediately, firmly and without compromise,” said Onn Hafiz.
He also called on Malaysia’s Digital Ministry and the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) to review any recognition granted to the Network School “should there be any breach of the stipulated conditions or principles”.
The issue has also been presented to Malaysian king Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar as well as Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, Onn Hafiz said.
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