KUCHING: Sarawak is intensifying efforts to secure funding for transformative energy projects in the state.
Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said henceforth the state government will engage with international financial institutions and global partners, leveraging green funds and strategic partnerships to drive Sarawak’s transition to a cleaner, more resilient future.
“Sarawak is not just participating in the energy transition; we are shaping it,” he said during the Amanat Perdana Premier Sarawak 2025 programme at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) today.
Abang Johari, who is also the Finance and New Economy Minister asserted that Sarawak’s response to climate change is built on tangible actions that foster long-term resilience.
“The time for change is now. We must evolve beyond business-as-usual to create an ecosystem that accelerates Sarawak’s technological and economic progress.
“By 2030, Sarawak aims to achieve a clean energy capacity of 10 gigawatt (GW) and 15GW by 2035, fostering energy security, industrial growth, and a prosperous future for all Sarawakians.
On another note, he said the preparation for the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) is already underway, with extensive consultations across ministries, industries, and civil society to ensure an inclusive and comprehensive strategy.
“This process also involves reviewing the achievements of the 12MP, allowing us to build on our successes as we chart the course forward,” he said.
He added the Sarawak Economic Action Council (SEAC), comprising members of the Cabinet, academicians, industry players and government officials will also be called to discuss and finalise the strategies and way forward under the 13MP.
“Our efforts under the 13MP will remain multifaceted towards achieving the high-impact outcomes outlined in PCDS 2030.
“We recognise that challenges such as climate change, economic disparity, and global uncertainties still lie ahead,” he said.
Hence, he said the 13MP emphasis will be on enhancing economic resilience through transformation and diversification, advancing digital transformation, fostering social inclusivity, and ensuring sustainability and equitability for all.
