BANTING: Jaringan Orang Asal SeMalaysia (JOAS), a network of 120 indigenous peoples organisations in Malaysia, today submitted a memorandum to the national unity ministry in conjunction with the celebration of the 2025 Indigenous Peoples Day.
The memorandum was presented by JOAS president Hellan Empaing Anak Chi Tungkat to national unity minister Aaron Ago Dagang at the launch of the celebration at Tadom Hill Resort here today.
The document sought to reaffirm their rights to land, customary territories and natural resources; recognise the leadership role of indigenous peoples in addressing climate change and managing resources; and strengthen intergenerational voices, particularly among youth.