KUCHING: Sarawak has spent RM3.5 billion over the past five years into digital development, aiming to future-proof its economy through long-term investment. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this amounted to about RM600 million annually, funded entirely from the state’s own revenue. He said the investment
KUCHING: Sarawak is set to host a global digital exhibition next year, following an agreement between Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and Digital Minister, Gobind Singh Deo. Abang Johari confirmed Sarawak’s readiness to co-organise the large-scale event with the federal government and relevant agencies, targeting international
BAU: The Sarawak Government has approved over RM500 million for Phase 2 of the Jalan Bau Lama upgrade project, which will transform the existing road into a dual carriageway to complement the Pan Borneo Highway. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the project, carried out in
BAU: Tasik Biru is set to be the location of Sarawak’s first privately-owned zoo, planned as part of the Tasik Biru Resort City development. Tecktonic & Sons Holdings Sdn Bhd’s Managing Director, Lee Chin Teck, said the project is expected to unlock new tourism potential for Bau as an emerging
BAU: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has been invited by the World Economic Forum (WEF) to speak at its upcoming Asia meeting in Tianjin, China, next month. He said the invitation is recognition of Sarawak’s rising position as an emerging industrial cluster in Southeast Asia, particularly
BAU: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg believes Sarawak’s growing revenue may be drawing envy from certain quarters. He suggested this envy could partly explain the recent tensions between national oil company, PETRONAS, and the Sarawak-owned oil and gas firm, PETROS. He said Sarawak’s rising income has
BAU: The historic town of Bau could follow in the footsteps of Kunming, China, where limestone formations alone could attract international tourists. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Bau’s unique geological features, including limestone hills, caves and soil structure, can be developed into a world-class tourism
BAU: This 205-year-old town is moving rapidly towards becoming a prime destination for cultural and eco-tourism under the Bau Master Plan 2030. Tasik Biru assemblyman, Datuk Henry Harry Jinep, likened Bau to a hidden gem, saying it has the potential to create an economic development model while preserving its local
KUCHING: The Sarawak government plans to build gated community quarters for both state and federal civil servants as part of its commitment to improve public sector housing. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the concept involves shared facilities, where housing will be built within a secure,
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg hinted that a formal agreement with the federal government on oil and gas matters is forthcoming. He said the document, expected within the next two days, will reflect the outcome of a recent meeting with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar