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Borneo Post
2 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
RM1 million intervention to reduce water supply disruptions at UMS
Fadillah briefed on the water supply problem at UMS today. – Bernama photo KOTA KINABALU (July 14): The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA), is committed to assisting Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) in reducing water supply disruptions via a short-term intervention plan costing RM1 million. This commitment was announced by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation Dato' Sri Haji Fadillah bin Haji Yusof during PETRA Squad's inspection at UMS today. This intervention plan will be implemented through collaboration between the Water Supply Department (JBA), PETRA and UMS. The execution is expected to directly benefit over 3,000 students, particularly those residing in Tun Mustapha Residential College and Tun Fuad Residential College, which are frequently affected by water supply disruptions. The intervention measures include: 1. Constructing a dedicated distribution pipeline to connect UMS's existing groundwater source; 2. Adding an underground water tank with an increased capacity of 0.13 million litres to boost water supply; 3. Installing automated modulating valves to stabilize water levels in UMS's service tanks. Earlier, Fadillah urged the Sabah state government to urgently address its water and electricity issues. 'Even though water and energy are state matters, we at the federal level will find ways to assist,' he said. Speaking at the PETRA Engagement Session with Sabah Media in 2025 here last night, Fadillah said the federal government, through the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, has allocated RM8.79 billion until June 2025 to implement 86 development projects in Sabah. He stated that the total allocation will be disbursed under the Fifth Rolling Plan (RP5) of the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP). 'Sabah has received a fairly large allocation from the federal government … it is our commitment to resolve two key issues in Sabah: water and energy. 'Because without energy and water, there can be no economic growth in Sabah,' he said. He said the MADANI government is always striving to ensure that Sabah continues to prosper together as a big Malaysian family. Therefore, Sabah's progress is not only the responsibility of this state, but of the entire nation. 'With strong federal-state relations, we can build a more prosperous, just as well as sustainable state and country, with the support of a free and trustworthy media and a united people,' he said. The Petra Jaya member of parliament said Sabah holds immense potential, particularly in transforming its natural beauty into tourism attractions. In 2023, Sabah recorded 2.613 million tourist arrivals, with the figure projected to rise to 3.147 million in 2024. 'With more strategic planning and through the media's role in promoting Sabah, we are confident the state can attract even more tourists. 'This isn't just about tourism. Tourists bring economic benefits — they spend, stay in hotels, and eat — generating employment and boosting the local economy. 'If marketed properly, Sabah can become a world-class destination. Tourism is central to this.' Fadillah also said the engagement session was intended as a platform for the media to better understand the role of PETRA and agencies under its auspices. 'We organised this session to foster closer ties and strengthen the relationship between the media and PETRA's top management,' he added.
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Federal govt allocates RM8.79b to roll out 86 projects under 12MP in Sabah
KOTA KINABALU: The federal government, through the Energy Transition and Water Transformation Ministry, has allocated RM8.79 billion until June 2025 to implement 86 development projects in Sabah. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who is also the energy transition and water transformation minister, said the total allocation will be disbursed under the Fifth Rolling Plan (RP5) of the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP). "Sabah has received a fairly large allocation from the federal government, it is our commitment to resolve two key issues in Sabah, namely, water and energy. "Because without energy and water, there can be no economic growth in Sabah," he said when speaking at the ministry Engagement Session with Sabah Media in 2025 here tonight. He said the Madani government is always striving to ensure that Sabah continues to prosper together as a big Malaysian family. Therefore, Sabah's progress is not only the responsibility of this state, but of the entire nation. "With strong federal-state relations, we can build a more prosperous, just as well as sustainable state and country, with the support of a free and trustworthy media and a united people," he said. Meanwhile, Fadillah also said the engagement session was intended as a platform for the media to better understand the role of ministry and agencies under its auspices. "We organised this session to foster closer ties and strengthen the relationship between the media and ministry's top management," he added. – Bernama
Daily Express
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Express
Federal Govt allocates RM8.79b to roll out 86 projects under 12MP in Sabah: Fadillah
Published on: Sunday, July 13, 2025 Published on: Sun, Jul 13, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Fadillah speaks at the event. - fotoBERNAMA KOTA KINABALU: The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (Petra), has allocated RM8.79 billion until June 2025 to implement 86 development projects in Sabah. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who is also the Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, stated that the total allocation will be disbursed under the Fifth Rolling Plan (RP5) of the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP). 'Sabah has received a fairly large allocation from the federal government … it is our commitment to resolve two key issues in Sabah: water and energy. 'Because without energy and water, there can be no economic growth in Sabah,' he said when speaking at the Petra Engagement Session with Sabah Media in 2025 here tonight. He said the Madani government is always striving to ensure that Sabah continues to prosper together as a big Malaysian family. Therefore, Sabah's progress is not only the responsibility of this state, but of the entire nation. 'With strong federal-state relations, we can build a more prosperous, just as well as sustainable state and country, with the support of a free and trustworthy media and a united people,' he said. Meanwhile, Fadillah also said the engagement session was intended as a platform for the media to better understand the role of Petra and agencies under its auspices. 'We organised this session to foster closer ties and strengthen the relationship between the media and Petra's top management," he added. * 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
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Federal govt allocates RM8.79 bln for 86 Sabah projects under 12MP
KOTA KINABALU: The federal government has set aside RM8.79 billion to roll out 86 development projects in Sabah under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP). The funding, managed by the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA), will be disbursed until June 2025. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who is also the minister in charge of PETRA, highlighted the importance of addressing water and energy challenges in Sabah. He stated, 'Sabah has received a fairly large allocation from the federal government ... it is our commitment to resolve two key issues in Sabah: water and energy. Because without energy and water, there can be no economic growth in Sabah.' Fadillah made these remarks during the PETRA Engagement Session with Sabah Media 2025, emphasizing the government's dedication to Sabah's development. He stressed that the state's progress is a shared responsibility between the federal and state governments. He added, 'With strong federal-state relations, we can build a more prosperous, just as well as sustainable state and country, with the support of a free and trustworthy media and a united people.' The engagement session also aimed to strengthen ties between PETRA and the media. Fadillah noted, 'We organised this session to foster closer ties and strengthen the relationship between the media and PETRA's top management.' – Bernama
Barnama
3 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
Federal Govt Allocates RM8.79 Bln To Roll Out 86 Projects Under 12MP In Sabah
GENERAL Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof delivers his speech during the PETRA Media Engagement Session 2025 (Sabah). -- fotoBERNAMA (2025) COPYRIGHT RESERVED KOTA KINABALU, July 13 (Bernama) -- The federal government, through the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA), has allocated RM8.79 billion until June 2025 to implement 86 development projects in Sabah. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who is also the Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, stated that the total allocation will be disbursed under the Fifth Rolling Plan (RP5) of the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP). 'Sabah has received a fairly large allocation from the federal government … it is our commitment to resolve two key issues in Sabah: water and energy. 'Because without energy and water, there can be no economic growth in Sabah,' he said when speaking at the PETRA Engagement Session with Sabah Media in 2025 here tonight. He said the MADANI government is always striving to ensure that Sabah continues to prosper together as a big Malaysian family. Therefore, Sabah's progress is not only the responsibility of this state, but of the entire nation. 'With strong federal-state relations, we can build a more prosperous, just as well as sustainable state and country, with the support of a free and trustworthy media and a united people,' he said. Meanwhile, Fadillah also said the engagement session was intended as a platform for the media to better understand the role of PETRA and agencies under its auspices. 'We organised this session to foster closer ties and strengthen the relationship between the media and PETRA's top management," he added. -- BERNAMA
