KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) councillor Eric Tay Tze Kok has lauded the 2026 Sarawak Budget as a people-centred and forward-looking financial plan, saying it demonstrates the government’s commitment to public welfare and long-term development.
Tay said the budget is “designed for the people, built for the future”, reflecting a clear governance philosophy that balances long-term planning with practical implementation.
He added that it sets the state’s development direction for the next decade through modernisation, technological advancement and green growth.
He highlighted the budget’s focus on improving rural and urban road networks to strengthen connectivity, as well as ongoing efforts to develop the renewable energy industry and hydrogen economy.
“This shows Sarawak’s forward-looking vision amid the global energy transition,” he said in a statement.
Tay said the budget places strong emphasis on addressing the needs of ordinary Sarawakians through allocations for transportation, education, healthcare, social welfare, rural development and the digital economy.
“Sarawak not only pursues economic growth but also seeks balanced social development,” he added.
He also said the budget strengthens the implementation of MA63 rights, energy autonomy and fiscal independence, which will contribute to a more sustainable and self-reliant future for Sarawak.
On urban development and rural opportunities, Tay said the initiatives outlined aim to improve living standards, broaden education and employment pathways, and accelerate digital economic growth.
He said the focus on education and talent development will create more platforms for youth, while support for the digital economy and entrepreneurial ecosystem will drive innovation.
Describing the 2026 Budget as “a gentle spring breeze, quietly nurturing every community, household and individual”, Tay called on all sectors to support its implementation.
“The greater the vision, the greater the responsibility.
“The future will be better if we work together to ensure everyone can share in this development,” he said.
