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Daily Express
22-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Sabah and Sarawak ink MoU: Electrical, gas safety rules
Published on: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 Published on: Wed, Apr 23, 2025 By: Larry Ralon Text Size: Hajiji together with Shahelmey and Julaihi witnessing the exchange of the MoU documents for Mutual Recognition of the ECoS-Sirim and Sirim-MUT Safety Labels for Electrical and Gas Equipment between ECoS and MUT Sarawak. Kota Kinabalu: Various initiatives have been undertaken by the Sabah Energy Commission (ECoS) for the development of Sabah and the wellbeing of its people, particularly in the energy sector. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said these include the launch of the latest version of the ECoS-Sirim Safety Label. He described the initiative as a proactive step by ECoS to safeguard consumer interests, including ensuring that only safe and high-quality electrical and gas equipment is marketed in the State. According to him, the label launch also led to an important programme – a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between ECoS and the Sarawak Government through its Utility and Telecommunications Ministry (MUT). He said this strategic collaboration is significant as it reflects mutual recognition of the safety standards for electrical and gas equipment, while underscoring ECoS' role in ensuring that products used by the public meet the highest standards. 'This also marks another area of cooperation for mutual benefit, thanks to the strong ties already established between Sabah and Sarawak through their respective regulatory bodies. 'I am confident that with this MoU in place, the market for quality and certified products will be expanded, benefiting consumers and traders in both states,' he said at the MoU Exchange Ceremony between ECoS and MUT Sarawak, as well as the Launch of the ECoS/Sirim Label and the Launch of ECoS TVET Adoption Programme held in conjunction with the ECoS Hari Raya Gathering at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Tuesday. Sarawak Utility and Telecommunications Minister Dato Sri Julaihi Narawi, Sabah Deputy Chief Minister III cum Works Minister Datuk Ir Shahelmey Yahya, ECoS Chairman Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Ongkili and ECoS CEO Datuk Ir Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid were also present. The Chief Minister reminded the public to prioritise electrical and gas safety and to take product safety issues seriously, especially for high-risk items. He said the influx of various goods from abroad into the country, including Sabah, offers consumers a wider range of options and pricing. However, the safety aspects of these products must be given serious attention by the relevant authorities. 'As a government, we are committed and serious in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the people. I want those responsible to continuously strive to enhance consumer protection, particularly in the area of product safety. The State Government supports and greatly welcomes the efforts taken by ECoS together with the Sarawak Government in the area of safety standards for electrical and gas equipment in both states,' added Hajiji. The Chief Minister is optimistic that the establishment of ECoS has opened a new chapter in energy sector management in Sabah. He said with regulatory authority mandated through legal provisions, ECoS must remain committed to ensuring an orderly and efficient development of the energy sector, which will support Sabah's economic growth and bring direct benefits to the people. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Malay Mail
22-04-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Sabah, Sarawak forge alliance to power up electrical, gas equipment safety regulations
KOTA KINABALU, April 22 — The Sabah government, via the Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS), has collaborated with the Sarawak government, represented by its Ministry of Utility and Telecommunication (MUT), to establish standardised regulations for electrical and gas equipment across both states. The strategic partnership was formalised with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between ECoS, the agency overseeing energy supply regulation in Sabah, and the MUT, the regulatory authority for electricity, water, and gas distribution in Sarawak. Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor emphasised that ECoS has undertaken various initiatives, particularly in the energy sector, such as launching the latest version of the ECoS-Sirim Safety Label to promote state development and enhance public well-being. He described the initiative as a proactive measure by ECoS to safeguard consumers' interests by ensuring that only safe, high-quality electrical and gas equipment are marketed in the state. 'This strategic collaboration is crucial as it reflects a shared commitment to ensuring the safety of electrical and gas appliances. It underscores ECoS's role in ensuring that products used by the public meet the highest standards,' he added. Hajiji said this at the MoU signing ceremony and the launch of the ECoS-Sirim Label and the ECoS Technical and Vocational Education and Training adoption programme, held at the Sabah International Convention Centre today. Also present were Sabah Deputy Chief Minister III Datuk Shahelmey Yahya, Sarawak Minister of Utility and Telecommunication Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi, and ECoS chief executive officer Datuk Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid. Hajiji further said that this initiative reflects another avenue of cooperation for mutual benefit, resulting from the strong ties between Sabah and Sarawak through their respective regulatory bodies. 'I am confident that the signing of this MoU will open up new markets for quality, recognised products, benefiting both consumers and traders in the two states,' he said, adding that the Sabah government fully supports and welcomes the efforts of ECoS and the Sarawak government in this regard. Hajiji expressed optimism that the establishment of ECoS will mark a new chapter in the management of Sabah's energy sector. With regulatory authority granted by legislation, Hajiji stressed that ECoS must remain committed to ensuring the development of an organised and efficient energy sector, which would not only support Sabah's economic growth but also provide direct benefits to Sabahans. — Bernama
