The Sarawak State Library (Amendment) Bill 2026 was tabled and debated in the DUN. It clarifies ministerial powers, memorial archives, governance, property vesting and Schedule changes. Members raised concerns on access, preservation, digitisation and accountability. The Bill passed without amendment.

The introduction of the E-Penambang service directly supports Kuching’s Smart City strategy under the smart city mobility component. By retrofitting traditional river boats with clean electric propulsion, this initiative reduces carbon emissions, preserves local heritage, and promotes sustainable urban water transport.

Governments promise citizens effortless digital services, and the promise works. Malaysia delivers 80 percent of government services online, and MyDigital ID passed one million users. That smoothness is the quiet seduction. Nobody asks what happens when the screen goes dark.

Sarawak actively promotes high-yield coconut varieties like Matag and Pandan to boost state agriculture. Strong domestic and export market demand offers local farmers lucrative income streams, positioning coconut cultivation as a central driver for sustainable rural development.

Sarawak Budget 2027 focuses on social development by helping families with daily costs. It provides cash aid, electricity and water subsidies, free tertiary education, welfare support and better rural water and power supply for ordinary people.

Sarawak is making big strides to supply clean water to everyone. The government funded over 400 projects to connect remote areas and replace old pipes. This ensures reliable clean water access daily while reducing major water loss across the state.