Propelling Sarawak to the next level
In this recent interview with Astro Awani, Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg talks about his achievements in the last three years as the state’s chief executive, upcoming development projects, his vision for Sarawak and its people, and what the future holds for Malaysia’s biggest state. Abang Johari talks about his pet projects, […]
Developing talents for the digital future
In 2017, the Sarawak government partnered with China telecommunication giant Huawei (Huawei Malaysia) to develop the state’s digital infrastructure and established the Centexs-Huawei Digital Training Lab. Huawei Malaysia again signed another memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the state government in April this year to focus on digital talent development and technology innovation. This partnership will […]
Caring for non-Islamic houses of worship
The interest and welfare of non-Islamic houses of worship and religious organisations are not being neglected as far as Sarawak is concerned. It has even set up a special body to cater to their needs called Unit For Other Religions (UNIFOR). Currently, Sarawak is the only state in Malaysia to have such a unit. It […]
Sarawak Coastal Guard to protect state
With an extensive coastline stretching approximately 800 kilometres, there is a distinct need for Sarawak to protect its coastal areas and marine resources from external threats and encroachment. Last year, Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg announced that the state government would establish its very own coastal area enforcement unit — the Sarawak […]
Happy 3rd anniversary, Abang Johari
KUCHING: Bidayuh leaders praised Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg as man of the hour, a caring yet understanding leader who brings development closer to the people and a man with a vision and mission for the Land of the Hornbill. At the Dayak Bidayuh National Association (DBNA) New Year Gathering 2020 and […]
100 per cent electricity coverage by 2025
These days, electricity has become a basic necessity in daily life, but Sarawak’s immense landmass and unique geographical terrain make complete electricity coverage state-wide a challenge. Nevertheless, the state government is determined to rise to the challenge and provide for its people, targeting 100 per cent electricity coverage by 2025. To this end, RM3.742 billion […]
Positioning Sarawak in the global market
The Sarawak Trade and Tourism Office Singapore (Statos) was set up in the Lion City in August last year to position Sarawak in the global market, bring in more investments, promote trade and attract more tourists to the state. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg saw the importance of setting up the office […]
Education in our own hands
Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg established the Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Research (MESTR) on May 7, 2017 — just five months after he took office as chief minister. With the move, the ministry led by Datuk Seri Michael Manyin Jawong, started taking matters into its own hands instead of leaving […]
Committed to reducing carbon emissions
During the DUN sitting on Nov 9, 2019, Abang Johari asserted his commitment to reducing carbon emissions. In his winding-up speech, he said that the state government had allocated a sum of RM20.3 million for an applied research grant under the Hydrogen Economy Initiative. Under the 21st Century Clean Transportation initiative, Abang Johari has approved […]
First mover in hydrogen energy
2019 was a significant year. It was the year Sarawak’s first Integrated Hydrogen Production Plant and Refuelling Station was launched in Kuching as part of the state’s efforts to enhance the development of a clean and sustainable energy industry. Officially launched on May 27, 2019 by Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg, the […]
