KUCHING: TV Sarawak (TVS), under its parent company, Sarawak Media Group (SMG), will have its own dedicated building, expected to be completed by 2027.
Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg disclosed that the facility will be strategically located near the Baitul Makmur Building in Petra Jaya.
He said the target completion year of 2027 is timely, coinciding with Sarawak’s role as co-host for the prestigious Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games).
“We aim to have the building fully ready by 2027 as Sarawak will be co-hosting the SEA Games.
“TVS, as our state broadcaster, will naturally bear responsibility for live coverage of various events happening here.
“Therefore, the facility will include advanced studio technology capable of broadcasting directly to participating countries such as Indonesia, Singapore, and other nations involved,” he said.
Abang Johari was speaking at the TVS’ Ramah Tamah Aidilfitri 2025 event held at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) today (Apr 8).
The Premier pointed out that the proximity of the new broadcasting facility to the upcoming Sarawak Performing Arts Centre would also allow TVS to organise major events and concerts that showcase Sarawak’s diverse cultures and traditions.
He asserted that this strategic investment aims to nurture and showcase local talents, highlighting Sarawak’s unique multicultural community.
“With the upcoming broadcasting and performing arts infrastructure, we will have more advanced facilities built to international performing arts standards at the old State Legislative Assembly (DUN) building.
“We are not merely focusing on broadcasting as a business model, but more importantly, as a platform for Sarawakian youth to develop their talents and showcase their creativity in tandem with the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030,” he added.
Abang Johari also stressed the importance of creating an ecosystem where local broadcasters and professionals can learn and grow from international exposure.
He said this would be supported by the upcoming transition of Sarawak’s own airline, AirBorneo.
“With our own airline and broadcasting systems working together, we can send our people overseas to do research, reporting, and benchmarking — because we can’t just keep comparing ourselves with Sarawak alone.
“That makes us champions of our own village. We need to learn from others if we want to raise our standards,” he said.
