Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg urged the state to adopt advanced technologies to boost economic growth by following China's development model. He addressed the Sarawak Foundry and Engineering Industries Association on Saturday, emphasizing China's transformation over the past three decades under reforms initiated by Deng Xiaoping. The premier recalled visiting Shenzhen and Beijing in the early 1990s when the open-door policy began reshaping the nation's trajectory.
Abang Johari highlighted Sarawak's renewable energy potential through hydrogen extraction from water resources and solar power development. The state launched an Autonomous Rapid Transit system powered by hydrogen fuel, and researchers successfully produced gallium nitride chips stronger than silicon. The Samajaya Free Industrial Zone hosts global semiconductor manufacturers, and Bintulu's methanol facility earned recognition from the World Economic Forum as a low-carbon industrial cluster.
The government will provide free tertiary education to all Sarawakians at local universities starting next year, aiming to prepare workers for technological advancements. Sarawak offers competitive electricity rates and abundant water supplies to attract industries. Abang Johari challenged the engineering sector to embrace innovation as the foundation for future prosperity.
Abang Johari highlighted Sarawak's renewable energy potential through hydrogen extraction from water resources and solar power development. The state launched an Autonomous Rapid Transit system powered by hydrogen fuel, and researchers successfully produced gallium nitride chips stronger than silicon. The Samajaya Free Industrial Zone hosts global semiconductor manufacturers, and Bintulu's methanol facility earned recognition from the World Economic Forum as a low-carbon industrial cluster.
The government will provide free tertiary education to all Sarawakians at local universities starting next year, aiming to prepare workers for technological advancements. Sarawak offers competitive electricity rates and abundant water supplies to attract industries. Abang Johari challenged the engineering sector to embrace innovation as the foundation for future prosperity.
