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Borneo Post
2 days ago
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Pan Borneo Highway a shared asset, minister reminds fellow Sarawakians
Members of the local community take part in a clean-up party. BINTULU (Aug 19): The multi-billion ringgit Pan Borneo Highway project, funded by the government and meant to be enjoyed toll-free by Sarawakians, must be safeguarded as a shared asset. In giving this reminder, Works Minister Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi regarded the development as 'more than just a highway'. 'It is the backbone of development, the link between towns and the rural areas, and the bridge that unites our people. 'It opens doors to jobs, education, healthcare and economic growth. 'In Peninsular Malaysia, people pay tolls to use the highways, but here in Sarawak, we enjoy it toll-free. 'This is a huge blessing, but it also means that we carry a greater responsibility of taking care of it,' he said this in officiating at the launch of 'Jum Jaga Pan Borneo Bait-bait' campaign, at a P-turn section of the Pan Borneo Highway here yesterday. Having said this, the Kapit MP also expressed disappointment over irresponsible littering along certain stretches of the highway, particularly at the P-turns and pedestrian bridges, where discarded plastics, bottles, tyres, food waste and even mattresses had been found. Nanta (second left) met by reporters after launching the campaign. 'This is very sad. Littering not only spoils the view and creates bad smell, but also threatens road safety. 'We must be honest with ourselves – throwing rubbish everywhere is not just against the law, it shows a lack of discipline. 'If we don't take care of Sarawak, who will?' He also pointed out cleanliness as 'being a reflection of the image of Sarawak to outsiders'. 'Imagine the foreign tourists passing the Pan Borneo and seeing rubbish scattered along the road. 'What impression would they have of us? 'Do we want to be known as a state with modern highways, but with dirty surroundings?' In this regard, he said the 'Jum Jaga Pan Borneo Bait-bait' campaign comprised various initiatives including 'gotong-royong' (work party), awareness talks, programmes at schools, engagements with community leaders, and also media outreach. 'Among them is the 'Jejantas Angkat' programme, which involves three schools adopting their respective nearby pedestrian bridges, where they would maintain the cleanliness with support from Pan Borneo Highway Asset Management Sdn Bhd, under its CSR (corporate social responsibility) initiative.' Nanta also said more rubbish bins would be provided along the highway but in this regard, he also warned the public about stricter enforcement and fines to be imposed upon those found to be dumping rubbish indiscriminately. 'We will continue with education and awareness, but certain firmness is also necessary. 'Only then will our message be effective,' he added. alexander nanta linggi clean-up programme litter pan borneo highway
Borneo Post
2 days ago
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- Borneo Post
Deputy Minister urges safety, utility fixes on Bintulu-Miri section of Pan Borneo Highway
: Majang (third right) together with Nanta (fourth right) and other guests giving their thumbs up to the Sarawak Pan Borneo Highway cleanliness campaign. BINTULU (Aug 18): Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Port Development Dato Majang Renggi has called for urgent measures to address road safety and basic utility issues along the Bintulu-Miri section of the Pan Borneo Highway. He highlighted that two P-turn locations at Mile 30 urgently require street lighting for motorists travelling in both directions. 'This is important to ensure the safety of road users, especially at night and during rainy weather,' Majang said during the launch of 'Jum Jaga Pan Borneo Bait-bait' campaign, at the P-Turn along the Pan Borneo Highway here, officiated by Works Minister Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi today. The Samalaju assemblyman also raised concerns over disruptions to treated water supply for several longhouses and villages along the highway stretch. 'This problem arose due to the diversion of major water pipelines during the construction of the highway. I urge that immediate action be taken to resolve the matter,' he stressed. Nanta later assured that necessary steps would be taken to address the issues raised, while calling on elected representative to work hand-in-hand with the Sarawak Public Works Department. On another note, Majang said the community leaders play a crucial role as the government's eyes and ears at the grassroots level. 'All complaints, suggestions and feedback from the people must be relayed promptly to the relevant authorities so that timely action can be taken,' he said, adding that infrastructure maintenance is a shared responsibility. He urged the public to keep roads clean, obey traffic rules and drive responsibly, stressing that even small actions can make a big difference in ensuring the safety of all highway users. Majang also underlined the strategic importance of Samalaju, which lies within his constituency, as a driver of Sarawak's economy. He noted that the area is home to the Kidurong Industrial Zone, Samalaju Industrial Park, and two deep-sea ports that serve as gateways linking Sarawak to international markets. 'The success of Sarawak in achieving developed region status depends heavily on efficient infrastructure, especially road connectivity in this area. 'The Pan Borneo Highway, which passes through here, has become a vital artery connecting major economic sectors, including industries in Kidurong and Samalaju,' he said. He added that the highway also benefits other sectors such as agriculture, livestock, smallholders, as well as villagers and longhouse communities who rely on the road daily.
