MIRI, Oct. 6 -- The Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP) has paid tribute to veteran member and former leader Datuk Song Swee Guan, who passed away Sunday at the age of 84.

SUPP secretary-general Datuk Sebastian Ting said the party was deeply saddened by the passing of Kuching South's first mayor, and extended his condolences on behalf of the leadership and all members.

"Song devoted a significant part of his life to public service and to serving the people of Sarawak, in particular Kuching.

"Throughout his long career, he served in many important capacities, including as state assemblyman for Padungan, Member of Parliament for Bandar Kuching, and Speaker of the State Legislative Assembly," he said in a statement.

"He will always occu...