LONDON: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg arrived here last night for a five-day official working visit.
The visit, focusing on education, economy and semiconductor technology, is part of the Sarawak government’s efforts to strengthen the state’s position globally, particularly in human capital development and forging strategic partnerships with high-tech industries.
Abang Johari’s itinerary includes a session with the London School of Economics (LSE) on Tuesday morning, followed by a working visit to Henley Business School later in the day.
On Wednesday, he is scheduled to take part in the SMD Semiconductor programme at Microelectronics UK, which will feature the launch of new technologies and the signing of several Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with industry players from the United Kingdom and Europe.
The Premier will also deliver a keynote address titled “Building the Integrated Silicon Longhouse: Sarawak Blueprint to Accelerate Global Investment & Industry Impact” at ExCeL London during the visit.
This effort is expected to pave the way for greater collaboration between Sarawak and international partners in education, research and technological innovation, aligning with the state’s vision of becoming a regional semiconductor hub.
The Premier’s visit is scheduled to end on Thursday.
He is accompanied by Sarawak State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki.
