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Borneo Post
7 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sarawak to digitalise all 1,106 state govt services by 2030, says Premier
Abang Johari in his winding-up speech during the DUN sitting today. – Photo by Roystein Emmor KUCHING (May 28): The Sarawak government is targeting to have all 1,106 of its services fully accessible online by the year 2030 as part of efforts to enhance service delivery to the people, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. In his winding-up speech at the Sarawak Legislative Assembly sitting today, Abang Johari said digitalisation is crucial in the state's transition into a high-income and developed region. 'As we work towards becoming a high-income and developed region, digitalisation helps us deliver services quicker, cut bureaucratic red tape, make data-driven decisions and ease business activities. 'Thus, I have set an ambitious target for the Sarawak Civil Service – by the year 2030, all 1,106 government services must be fully accessible online. This will lead to greater efficiency and higher productivity for service delivery,' he said. Abang Johari also congratulated the Sarawak Civil Service for achieving the digitalisation of 55 per cent of government services in 2024, ahead of the 2025 target set under the Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. 'This milestone is a testament to the dedication of our civil service and the growing momentum behind our digital transformation,' he said. He added that the move will bring real benefits to the people by making government services more accessible, faster, and more transparent. 'These initiatives are only the beginning. We will continue to enhance our services with urgency, responsibility and discipline, enhancing our services to benefit the rakyat and the business community,' he said. Abang Johari said the transformation of service delivery is supported by a civil service that is agile, competent, and future-ready. 'It is through the professionalism and discipline of our officers that our policies are translated into various projects and programmes, effectively delivering meaningful outcomes for the rakyat,' he said. He said the state government remains committed to upskilling civil servants and providing opportunities for global exposure and professional development. Among these efforts include sending senior officers to institutions such as Harvard University, Cambridge University, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), Oxford University, and the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy. 'This year, 19 accountants in the Sarawak Civil Service will begin their studies under the Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA), sponsored by the GPS Government,' he added. The Premier also led a recent delegation to LSE where discussions focused on long-term collaboration in executive education, joint research, and policy leadership training in climate, energy, and public policy. 'We are now working with LSE to integrate environmental economics, sustainable finance, and ESG principles into our civil service development,' he said. He further emphasised the importance of governance and integrity, noting that Sarawak currently has the highest number of certified Integrity Officers among Malaysian states. 'Ultimately, we want to build a strong society in Sarawak where trust, honesty, and accountability guide every action and decision,' he said. Abang Johari concluded by calling on all civil servants to carry out their duties with integrity and professionalism. 'The journey ahead is challenging, but with the spirit of unity and professionalism, we will succeed together,' he said. abang johari digital DUN government services
The Sun
7 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Sarawak plans free trade zone using Jebel Ali model
KUCHING: Sarawak has strong potential to become a regional trade hub through a more intensive implementation of the Free Trade Zone (FTZ) model, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. Uggah who is also Minister for Infrastructure and Port Development said Sarawak can draw lessons from the success of Jebel Ali in the United Arab Emirates, where the integration of a modern port with a FTZ attracted over 11,000 companies worldwide and now contributes to 36 per cent of Dubai's GDP. He said that in a bid to emulate this success, the Sarawak government is now rolling out the Sarawak Ports Master Plan, a visionary initiative that seeks to transform the state's ports into engines of economic growth, making Sarawak the gateway to Borneo, the wider region and the global market. 'The plan aims to establish a modern, efficient and integrated port system that is internationally competitive and fully aligned with the state's Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. 'The transformation will be driven by four key pillars: Streamlining governance; Modernising and developing port and FTZ infrastructure; Driving economic diversification; and Enhancing regional and global connectivity,' he said during the winding-up session for his ministry at the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting here today. Uggah said the Sarawak Ports Master Plan marks a historic first transformative initiative that positions Sarawak as a key player in global trade and logistics. 'More than just a development blueprint, it is a game changer for Sarawak's economic trajectory, laying the foundation for sustainable growth that goes beyond reliance on natural resources. 'By strengthening our port infrastructure and connectivity, we are creating new opportunities for businesses, empowering local industries, and opening Sarawak to the world,' he added.
The Sun
7 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Sarawak plans to implement free trade zone, using Jebel Ali as success model
KUCHING: Sarawak has strong potential to become a regional trade hub through a more intensive implementation of the Free Trade Zone (FTZ) model, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. Uggah who is also Minister for Infrastructure and Port Development said Sarawak can draw lessons from the success of Jebel Ali in the United Arab Emirates, where the integration of a modern port with a FTZ attracted over 11,000 companies worldwide and now contributes to 36 per cent of Dubai's GDP. He said that in a bid to emulate this success, the Sarawak government is now rolling out the Sarawak Ports Master Plan, a visionary initiative that seeks to transform the state's ports into engines of economic growth, making Sarawak the gateway to Borneo, the wider region and the global market. 'The plan aims to establish a modern, efficient and integrated port system that is internationally competitive and fully aligned with the state's Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. 'The transformation will be driven by four key pillars: Streamlining governance; Modernising and developing port and FTZ infrastructure; Driving economic diversification; and Enhancing regional and global connectivity,' he said during the winding-up session for his ministry at the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting here today. Uggah said the Sarawak Ports Master Plan marks a historic first transformative initiative that positions Sarawak as a key player in global trade and logistics. 'More than just a development blueprint, it is a game changer for Sarawak's economic trajectory, laying the foundation for sustainable growth that goes beyond reliance on natural resources. 'By strengthening our port infrastructure and connectivity, we are creating new opportunities for businesses, empowering local industries, and opening Sarawak to the world,' he added.
Borneo Post
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
New community leadership proposal to be tabled by special committee in Q3 2025
Sikie speaking during today's DUN sitting. KUCHING (May 26): The Sarawak government has reviewed 923 applications for new community leader posts from all divisions across the state, says Minister in Sarawak Premier's Department Dato Sri John Sikie Tayai. According to him, this proposal for these Ketua Masyarakat and Ketua Kaum (KMKK) posts will be tabled at the Special Committee on the Management of KMKK Affairs meeting, set for the third quarter of this year. In Sarawak 'Ketua Masyarakat (community leader) hierarchy, the post of 'Ketua Kaum' or 'Ketua Kampung' corresponds to village headman, similar to 'Tuai Rumah', who leads a longhouse. Going up are the 'Kapitan' (clan/neighbourhood/group chief), the 'Penghulu' (sub-division or settlement chief), the 'Pemanca' (district or regional chief), and the highest 'Temenggong' (paramount leader). Adding on, Sikie said the applications were reviewed based on general guidelines, including jurisdiction area size and the rising number of households. One general criterion for the creation of a Ketua Kaum post would be the minimum of 20 households in a village, or 20 'doors' (units) in a longhouse. 'The Sarawak government is aware of the need to increase the number of KMKK positions across the state. 'This is to further enhance the effectiveness of government service delivery to the people,' he said in his winding-up speech at the DUN sitting earlier today. On salary and allowance adjustments for KMKKs, the Kakus assemblyman said the last revision made by the state government was in 2018, which set an increase of RM100. 'As such, a new proposal to revise the salaries of community leaders and the allowances for Ketua Kaum has been tabled at the special committee meeting, which has decided that the proposal should be further detailed. 'This is to ensure the proposed rates are reasonable and commensurate with the responsibilities and roles of KMKKs,' he said. In this respect, Sikie said the government acknowledged the increasingly important roles and responsibilities of KMKKs in line with the state's aspiration of achieving the developed status by 2030 under the Post Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. community leader DUN sitting John Sikie Tayai Ketua Masyarakat lead
Borneo Post
23-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Harden: Sarawak focussed on shaping future-ready, employable workforce with industry-relevant curricula
Datuk Francis Harden – Photo by Roystein Emmor KUCHING: The Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development is committed to ensuring Sarawak's tertiary education curricula remains industry-relevant, adaptive, and future-proof, said Deputy Minister Datuk Francis Harden Hollis. He said the Sarawak Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) is playing a crucial role in shaping a skilled, future-ready workforce aligned with the state's economic ambitions under the Post Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. 'This is so graduates are employable and equipped to drive Sarawak's socioeconomic transformation,' he said when responding to Dayang Noorazah Awang Sohor (GPS-Lingga), during the question-and-answer session in the State Legislative Assembly here today. Dayang Noorazah had asked how the state government works with industry to align FTES with Sarawak's workforce and economic development needs. In response to a supplementary question on the ministry's programmes or platforms that link Sarawak's education system to industry demands, he cited the annual Sarawak Career and Training Fair (SCaTFair). 'It aims to provide information on education and career opportunities, enhance the employability of graduates and youth, and empower them to make decisions about their future,' he said. He added the ministry works closely with various agencies and stakeholders to ensure graduates are aligned with current job market needs. He said agencies such as Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (Tegas) as well as strategic partnerships with key agencies including Social Security Organisation (Socso), Sarawak Skills, Centre of Technology Excellence Sarawak (Centexs), Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC), Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petrona), and Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) have been instrumental in supporting these efforts,' he said. According to Harden, Sarawakians, regardless of location, can take part in and benefit from the state's high-tech economic growth. 'Our institutions emphasise hands-on, practical approaches that build both technical and critical thinking skills. 'Especially to the rural communities, with initiatives such as Industry Technology Outreach Programme (ITOP), Community Technology Outreach Programme (CTOP), Village Transformation Programme (VTP), and industry collaboration and mobile training units, they deliver high-value training on renewable energy, digital economy, and agro-industry directly to local areas,' he said. Francis Harden Hollis industry relevant lead
