Deputy minister highlights unity, sustainability at Sarikei Gawai dinner
Huang (centre) witnesses the 'miring' ritual performed by local community leaders.
SARIKEI (May 17): Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Dato' Sri Huang Tiong Sii has stressed the importance of preserving cultural traditions, highlighting their role in uniting communities across Sarawak.
Sarawak has always been a beacon of racial harmony, where diversity is celebrated as a strength rather than a divide, said the Sarikei MP during the 2025 Gawai Dayak dinner here on Thursday.
'Celebrations like Gawai Dayak are not merely symbolic – they are woven into the fabric of our identity and help nurture goodwill in our diverse society,' he said, describing the multicultural gathering as a testament to the state's unity.
'Our hope is that small efforts like this can bridge understanding across racial and cultural lines.
Huang also advocated for environmental responsibility in his speech at the event, calling upon attendees to adopt sustainable habits such as keeping public spaces clean, avoiding food waste, and managing rubbish responsibly.
'These simple acts reflect both our civic maturity and our respect for the environment,' he emphasised. Gawai dinner Huang Tiong Sii lead sustainability unity
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