KUCHING: In conjunction with Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s 8th anniversary in office, the youth of Sarawak have expressed their appreciation and hopes for the Premier’s leadership, which has brought significant progress to the state.
They also conveyed their deepest gratitude for his dedication in advancing the state’s development and improving the well-being of its people.
In an interview with Sarawak Tribune, several youth shared their thoughts and aspirations on the occasion of the Premier’s 8th anniversary.
Jacqueline Mashin, 23
Happy 8th anniversary, Premier! We, the youth of Sarawak, express our highest appreciation for your leadership and dedication in developing the state. We hope that by continuing to uphold the principles of inclusiveness, sustainable development and the well-being of the people, Sarawak will continue to progress.
We also hope for increased job opportunities, training programmes, and platforms to help us contribute more to the state. Additionally, we hope to see expanded educational and entrepreneurship programmes to make Sarawak’s youth more globally competitive.
Nur Sueilayana Zulkanaen, 18
Happy 8th anniversary to our Premier. We hope for more job opportunities and training platforms to help Sarawakian youth improve our skills and competitiveness. We would also like to see more educational and entrepreneurial initiatives, especially in technology and innovation.
We also hope for more welfare initiatives, particularly in mental health and recreational facilities, to ensure that Sarawakian youth remain healthy, well-rounded, and happy.
Natasia Jelo Koh, 23
Thank you for your support of the well-being of Sarawakian youth. We hope for more welfare initiatives, such as mental health programmes and recreational facilities for the youth. Healthy and happy youth are key to Sarawak’s continued progress.
Furthermore, we, the youth, express our desire for Sarawak to remain a harmonious and united state, and we call for more programmes to strengthen unity among youth from various ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Amanda Sara Henry, 23
May Sarawak continue to be a harmonious state and united with its many ethnicities and cultures. We hope for more programmes to strengthen unity among youth from all backgrounds, creating a more united and prosperous state.
With great hopes for a brighter future, we, the youth of Sarawak, look forward to the Premier continuing to address our needs, ensuring that the state remains a centre of progress and opportunity for all its people.
