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Daily Express
27-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Sarawak to supply power to Sabah
Published on: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Published on: Tue, May 27, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Sarawak expects to generate 10 gigawatts of energy production by 2030 and 15 GW by 2035. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon KUCHING: Sarawak is stepping up plans to deeply integrate into the Asean Power Grid, says Premier of Sarawak Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg (pic). According to him, the East Malaysian state had been supplying electricity to West Kalimantan, Indonesia, for the past six years, and it is currently in the process of supplying electricity to Brunei. 'Prime Minister (Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim) has asked me to study the possibility of supplying power from Sarawak to Sabah and to connect to Brunei. 'Sarawak will play its part to contribute to the Asean Grid,' he said at the Sustainable Leadership Fireside ChatLeading Asean's Sustainable and Digital Frontier at the Asean Women Economic Summit 2025 (AWES 2025) held in Kuala Lumpur yesterday, as reported by Bernama. Abang Johari said Sarawak was also actively enhancing its grid infrastructure to strengthen power distribution across the state and beyond. 'Sarawak has targeted to generate 10 gigawa s (GW) of energy production by 2030 and 15 GW by 2035.' Advertisement The session was moderated by UOB Malaysia chief executive officer (CEO) Ng Wei Wei. UOB Malaysia is the main sponsor of AWES 2025, with Kuok Brothers Sdn Bhd as the empowerment partner. On women and leadership, Abang Johari said the role should be assigned based on merit and qualifications, rather than gender, while societal acceptance of women as leaders is crucial in the right step forward. Citing examples, he said India's Indira Gandhi and Pakistan's Benazir Bhutto who had served as prime minister in their respective countries, had shown that despite societal biases, effective leadership could rise above gender-based limitations. He also said the societal acceptance of women in leadership roles is crucial, as some Asian cultures still face gender bias, but examples like Indira Gandhi and Benazir Bhutto show that change is possible. On another matter, Abang Johari said the Sarawak government was optimistic that hydrogen production energy costs could be reduced to just 10 kilowatt hours per kilogramme (kWh/kg), down from the current 30 kWh/kg, through strategic collaborations with global partners. 'This target is achievable through ongoing cooperation with renowned German energy company Siemens Energy, as part of the state's efforts to enhance the energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness of hydrogen production. 'What I am saying here is that we are moving towards clean hydrogen,' he said during the AWES panel session, which was reported by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas). Abang Johari further said through joint research efforts with the Petronas Research Division and a Japanese company, Sarawak had successfully reduced energy consumption for hydrogen production from 60 kWh/kg to 30 kWh/kg, using new membrane technology. 'This research not only saves energy, but also helps Sarawak meet environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards.' Abang Johari also stressed that clean energy development would be a significant contribution by Sarawak and Malaysia toward creating a more sustainable and environmentally friendly world. The two-day inaugural AWES 2025, which kicked off last Saturday, was held on the sidelines of the 46th Asean Summit, held under Malaysia's 2025 Chairmanship. It was attended by over 700 delegates representing government, business, and civil society across Asean. Themed 'Empowering Women, Energising Asean: Pioneering Economic Integration for a Resilient Tomorrow', AWES highlighted the urgent need to position women at the forefront of Asean's economic transformation, particularly in addressing current challenges such as global tariff wars, digital transformation, and sustainable development. It also featured discussion and strategic brainstorming sessions, leadership lab and mentorship programme. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * 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
Malaysiakini
26-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysiakini
Batik Air launches its first international route from Subang
KUALA LUMPUR, 26 MAY 2025 – Batik Air is taking bold steps to expand Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, Subang (SZB) into a dynamic hub, beginning with the launch of its first international route from the city airport, commencing July 28, 2025. Batik Air will operate daily flights to Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), marking a momentous milestone in the airline's growth and in the revival of Subang as a key aviation gateway. On the same date, Batik Air will also commence daily flights to Kuching International Airport (KCH), further strengthening domestic connectivity from Subang. This exciting expansion is part of Batik Air's commitment to transforming SZB into a vibrant city airport hub. The airport offers a more convenient and accessible alternative to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), serving over nine million Klang Valley residents who live and work within easy reach of Subang. The SZB–DMK route, operating seven times weekly, opens up a seamless connection to the Thai capital — an all-time favourite for Malaysian travellers in search of culture, cuisine, shopping, and adventure. With Subang's close proximity to urban centres like Petaling Jaya, Shah Alam, and Kuala Lumpur, Klang Valley residents can now enjoy swift departures and arrivals without the long commutes typically associated with larger airports. Simultaneously, the launch of SZB–KCH, also operating daily, enhances access to Sarawak's capital city, a vital hub for business, government, education, and tourism. The route provides East Malaysian travellers a city-friendly alternative to KLIA, while inviting more West Malaysians to explore the rich cultural heritage and biodiversity of Borneo. These new services are also expected to attract more visitors from Thailand and East Malaysia to discover the many charms of Kuala Lumpur and Selangor. With its blend of royal heritage, ecotourism, theme parks, shopping, and gastronomy, Selangor continues to shine as a destination in its own right. Batik Air Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Chandran Rama Muthy, said the launch signifies a new chapter, one where travellers can enjoy the convenience of flying closer to the city while still accessing a growing regional network. 'We are proud to be at the forefront of Subang's transformation into a modern, city-based hub. Bangkok is just the beginning. Subang offers a smart, time-saving alternative to KLIA, and we believe it will play an increasingly important role in the future of Malaysian aviation. With Subang, we are bringing the world closer to the Klang Valley.' In addition to the upcoming daily flights to Bangkok and Kuching, Batik Air already operates services from Subang to Penang, Kota Bharu, and Kota Kinabalu — bringing the total to five key destinations served from SZB. As Batik Air continues to grow its network, the reawakening of Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, Subang, signals a new era in city-based air travel where convenience, connectivity, and comfort come together for the benefit of all travellers. For more information and to plan your next journey, download Batik Air mobile app or visit This content is provided by Batik Air The views expressed here are those of the author/contributor and do not necessarily represent the views of Malaysiakini. Interested in having your press releases, exclusive interviews, or branded content articles on Malaysiakini? For more information, contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Straits Times
25-05-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
PM Anwar bullish on regional power grid, Myanmar conflict as Malaysia hosts Asean summit
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim said Kuala Lumpur has been 'engaging very aggressively' with others in Asean, which has built 'consensus on a number of issues'. PHOTO: BERNAMA – Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is bullish that 'very constructive' outcomes will result from the Asean Summit and related meetings that Malaysia is hosting as regional leaders began meeting on May 23, citing progress on a regional power grid and the Myanmar civil war. He told a May 25 interview with select regional press outlets, including The Straits Times, that Kuala Lumpur has been 'engaging very aggressively' with others in the 10-nation grouping , which has built 'consensus on a number of issues', including intra-Asean trade and the United States' blanket import tariffs. On the power grid, the Premier said the plan to connect 'Vietnam, Malaysia and Singapore is considered done' and it was now a matter of fast-tracking the overland route as well as an undersea cable from Sarawak, the East Malaysian state that is planning to nearly triple its renewable energy capacity to 15 gigawatts (GW) by 2035. He noted that there are two separate cable routes, landing either in West Malaysia or Singapore, but 'in my initial discussions with Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, whichever is earliest... we are fine with both'. In April, Asean secretary-general Kao Kim Hourn said that a regionwide grid would require an investment of US$764 billion (S$981 billion). 'I think it would certainly be more economic to have just one (cable), but there must be clear stipulations to provide clearly the power required by Singapore,' Datuk Seri Anwar said in the interview at his office in Putrajaya that was also attended by Bernama, Antara and Vietnam News Agency. A Sarawak-Singapore line would have to traverse Indonesian waters, but Mr Anwar said that even with a cable going to Peninsular Malaysia, 'there can be guarantees in the agreement what is due for Singapore'. Singapore and Sarawak have entered into an agreement for 1GW to be supplied from the Malaysian state to the Republic by 2031. Mr Anwar has been active on foreign policy since taking power in November 2022, with many observers noting a lean away from the West, as well as frequent visits to other superpowers such as China and Russia. In April, Malaysia welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping for the first time in a dozen years, and Premier Li Qiang's attendance at the inaugural Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council-China Summit on May 26 will mark a rare occasion when Beijing's top two leaders visit the same country in quick succession. As a result , Malaysia's chairmanship of Asean has piqued interest and built up expectations of tangible outcomes, especially in longstanding issues such as overlapping claims in the South China Sea among Asean member states and Beijing, as well as the humanitarian crisis in Myanmar. On April 17, Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing flew in for a closed-door meeting with Mr Anwar during the latter's visit to Bangkok, and the following day, the Malaysian Premier held online talks with the shadow National Unity Government (NUG). Although Mr Anwar had said that Senior General Min Aung Hlaing gave an assurance of extending an April 2 ceasefire that 'is important to allow humanitarian assistance to cover all of Myanmar', reports, including from the United Nations, claim that hundreds of attacks by the military government have killed 200 people in the month since the devastating March 28 earthquake. Nonetheless, Malaysia's initiatives mark the first time the regime has opened up to dialogue since the February 2021 coup that has killed thousands, displaced more than 3.5 million people and decimated Myanmar's economy. 'As UN high commissioner for human rights Volker Turk has confirmed, the junta's unremitting violence inflicted on civilians' has continued unabated despite the ceasefire, a Special Advisory Council for Myanmar made up of three UN experts said in a joint statement with former Malaysian foreign minister Saifuddin Abdullah on May 19. It called for Asean to convene 'inclusive talks between the NUG' and other groups, including the junta, to secure an immediate end to all attacks. But Mr Anwar said that credit must be given for 'the fact (that) there generally is a ceasefire', which has allowed 'humanitarian assistance to flow without interruption'. 'There have been skirmishes, but each (side) claims it is violence from the other side. Our field hospital was allowed to be set up and utilised by other groups, and the senior general of the junta has tolerated and allowed that, which, to me, is a major departure from the old position,' he added. Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan chaired two meetings with Asean counterparts on May 24 to discuss the next steps on Myanmar. 'We have already met with the respective stakeholders (in Myanmar) and we know their wish list. Now, we want to present it to the State Administrative Council and wait for feedback,' he told reporters, referring to the military government. Shannon Teoh is The Straits Times' bureau chief for Malaysia, where he has reported on various beats since 1998. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Borneo Post
25-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sarawak to play key role in ASEAN power grid, says Abang Johari
File photo for illustration purposes KUALA LUMPUR (May 25): Sarawak is stepping up plans to deeply integrate into the ASEAN Power Grid, said Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said the East Malaysian state has been supplying electricity to West Kalimantan, Indonesia, for the past six years, and it is currently in the process of supplying electricity to Brunei. 'Prime Minister (Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim) has asked me to study the possibility of supplying power from Sarawak to Sabah and to connect to Brunei. 'Sarawak will play its part to contribute to the ASEAN Grid,' he said at the Sustainable Leadership Fireside Chat-Leading ASEAN's Sustainable and Digital Frontier at the ASEAN Women Economic Summit 2025 (AWES 2025) held at a hotel (Shangri-La) here today. Abang Johari said Sarawak is also actively enhancing its grid infrastructure to strengthen power distribution across the state and beyond. Sarawak has targeted to generate 10 gigawatts (GW) of energy production by 2030 and 15 GW by 2035. The session was moderated by UOB Malaysia Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ng Wei Wei. UOB Malaysia is the main sponsor of AWES 2025, with Kuok Brothers Sdn Bhd as the empowerment partner. On women and leadership, the Premier said the role should be assigned based on merit and qualifications, rather than gender, while societal acceptance of women as leaders is crucial in the right step forward. Citing examples, he said India's Indira Gandhi and Pakistan's Benazir Bhutto who had served as prime minister in their respective country had shown that despite societal biases, effective leadership can rise above gender-based limitations. He also said the societal acceptance of women in leadership roles is crucial, as some Asian cultures still face gender bias, but examples like Indira Gandhi and Benazir Bhutto show that change is possible. The two-day inaugural AWES 2025, which began Saturday, was held on the sidelines of the 46th ASEAN Summit, held under Malaysia's 2025 Chairmanship. It was attended by over 700 delegates representing government, business, and civil society across ASEAN. Themed 'Empowering Women, Energising ASEAN: Pioneering Economic Integration for a Resilient Tomorrow', AWES highlighted the urgent need to position women at the forefront of ASEAN's economic transformation, particularly in addressing current challenges such as global tariff wars, digital transformation, and sustainable development. It also featured discussion and strategic brainstorming sessions, leadership lab and mentorship programme. – Bernama Abang Johari Tun Openg Asean power grid lead power supply
The Sun
25-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Sarawak to play key role in ASEAN Power Grid
KUALA LUMPUR: Sarawak is stepping up plans to deeply integrate into the ASEAN Power Grid, said Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said the East Malaysian state has been supplying electricity to West Kalimantan, Indonesia, for the past six years, and it is currently in the process of supplying electricity to Brunei. 'Prime Minister (Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim) has asked me to study the possibility of supplying power from Sarawak to Sabah and to connect to Brunei. 'Sarawak will play its part to contribute to the ASEAN Grid,' he said at the Sustainable Leadership Fireside Chat-Leading ASEAN's Sustainable and Digital Frontier at the ASEAN Women Economic Summit 2025 (AWES 2025) held at a hotel (Shangri-La) here today. Abang Johari said Sarawak is also actively enhancing its grid infrastructure to strengthen power distribution across the state and beyond. Sarawak has targeted to generate 10 gigawatts (GW) of energy production by 2030 and 15 GW by 2035. The session was moderated by UOB Malaysia Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ng Wei Wei. UOB Malaysia is the main sponsor of AWES 2025, with Kuok Brothers Sdn Bhd as the empowerment partner. On women and leadership, the Premier said the role should be assigned based on merit and qualifications, rather than gender, while societal acceptance of women as leaders is crucial in the right step forward. Citing examples, he said India's Indira Gandhi and Pakistan's Benazir Bhutto who had served as prime minister in their respective country had shown that despite societal biases, effective leadership can rise above gender-based limitations. He also said the societal acceptance of women in leadership roles is crucial, as some Asian cultures still face gender bias, but examples like Indira Gandhi and Benazir Bhutto show that change is possible. The two-day inaugural AWES 2025, which began Saturday, was held on the sidelines of the 46th ASEAN Summit, held under Malaysia's 2025 Chairmanship. It was attended by over 700 delegates representing government, business, and civil society across ASEAN. Themed 'Empowering Women, Energising ASEAN: Pioneering Economic Integration for a Resilient Tomorrow', AWES highlighted the urgent need to position women at the forefront of ASEAN's economic transformation, particularly in addressing current challenges such as global tariff wars, digital transformation, and sustainable development. It also featured discussion and strategic brainstorming sessions, leadership lab and mentorship programme
