RM48mil for forestry projects in 2024 Sarawak Budget
A sum of RM48mil has been earmarked for the implementation of forestry projects under the 2024 Sarawak Budget. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said from the sum, RM5mil will be allocated for the Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR) programme in 2024. “The FLR programme plays a significant role in Sarawak’s environmental sustainability […]
Awang Tengah reiterates Sarawak’s commitment to Greening Malaysia
SARAWAK remains committed to planting 35 million trees in line with the Greening Malaysia Programme to plant 100 million trees by 2025. Second Minister for Natural Resources and Urban Development, Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said this when delivering his ministerial winding-up speech at the Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN) on Today (Dec 1). He […]
State to plant 7 mln trees a year
KUCHING: The state government is committed to conserving the natural environment in Sarawak to address global climate change, said Sarawak Forestry Department director Datuk Hamden Mohamad. He said under the Forest Landscape Restoration Programme (FLR), the government would ensure that at least 62% of the state areas were covered by forests. “The initiative is in line […]
Collaborative efforts needed
GREENING THE ENVIRONMENT MIRI: The Forest Department should collaborate with the private sector in ensuring that the Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR) programme succeeds, said State Secretary Datuk Amar Jaul Samion. For a start, private sector players can adopt degraded areas for restoration or finance efforts at greening the environment. Jaul made the call at the […]
