Sarawak tourism enters 2026 with strong recovery momentum and clear 2026 to 2028 potential. Arrivals and receipts are rising across key markets. The state prioritises sustainability, digitalisation, community benefits and business events. These priorities aim to secure resilient, inclusive growth.

A local farmer inspects a fresh bundle of water spinach in Sarawak, symbolising crucial grassroots food security efforts. The state faces significant challenges, with rice self-sufficiency around 21 per cent and a food trade deficit of RM6.64 billion in 2025.

Budget 2027 backed RM15.091 billion revenue and a RM246 million surplus. KUTS Phase 1 stood at 49% actual against 53% planned by September 2026. Road accidents reached 16,776 from January to September 2026. Aircraft movements hit 93,798 in Q3 2026.

Bamboo offers immense economic potential for Sarawak, providing a renewable resource for sustainable green industries and rural development. Local cultivation initiatives, such as the Sabal bamboo pilot project, demonstrate strong survival rates and high-yield adaptability across native and commercial species. Expanding this sector can significantly boost local manufacturing, create green jobs, and increase export revenues for the region. Strategic investments in modern processing facilities will help transform raw culms into high-value commercial goods.

ILMU cut foreign worker processing from 80 to 43 days, beating the 61-day benchmark by 18 days.

Sarawak is advancing sustainable mobility by integrating electric vehicles with green power. Over 70% of the state's electricity is generated from renewable energy, while 153 EV charging stations support clean, low-carbon transportation across urban infrastructure.