DEBAK – Individuals in Sarawak holding red late-registration birth certificates have been urged to review and update their documents to ensure that crucial details, particularly race, are clearly recorded.
Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas stressed that complete and accurate identification documents are vital as they serve as official references for authorities when verifying identity.
He explained that missing information, especially race, could lead to complications in administrative and legal matters.
“Anyone with a red late-registration birth certificate must check the information carefully. If the race is not stated, it needs to be updated as we do not know when the authorities may need to refer to the document to determine whether you are Iban, Malay or otherwise,” he said.
Uggah shared that he had personally encountered a case a few months ago where incomplete details caused difficulties, underscoring the importance of ensuring that all information is properly documented.
The Bukit Saban Assemblyman advised holders of such certificates to visit the National Registration Department (JPN) to update their records.
He assured that the process is straightforward, with JPN issuing a new duplicate copy of the birth certificate containing complete race information. “This will prevent any problems that might arise in the future,” he added.
The call was made during the Pemimpin Bersama Rakyat and DUN Bukit Saban Mobile Service Counters programmes held at Rumah Rayong, Nanga Lop, Rimbas on Saturday.
Also present at the event were Betong Member of Parliament Dato Dr. Richard Rapu, representative of the Betong Division Resident’s Office Kato Dorsie, Betong District Officer Laga Kueh, Political Secretary to the Sarawak Premier Roseline Mapong Sabai, Betong District Council Secretary Lister Clement Guwie, Chairman of the Gerempung Tuai Rumah (GTR) Rimbas Ulu Debak Lembang Liang, and Tuai Rumah Rayong Layang.
The initiative reflects Sarawak’s ongoing efforts to strengthen administrative efficiency and ensure that residents have proper documentation.
Authorities emphasised that accurate records are not only essential for identity verification but also for safeguarding rights and access to government services.
