Tag: Sarawak

Protecting Malaysian and Sarawak farmers demands urgent seed sovereignty reforms. Sarawak's PCDS 2030 targets food security, yet farmers face seed monopolies and import dependence. Community seed banks and farmer rights must anchor Malaysia's agricultural resilience agenda.

Sarawak's sago industry generates vast fibrous residue, with over 300 tonnes discharged daily. Researchers are converting this waste into animal feed, reducing pollution and cutting Malaysia's reliance on imported feed ingredients.

The Rural Transformation Centre (RTC) acts as a vital hub for rural Sarawak communities. It provides essential government services, entrepreneurship training, and market access under one roof. This centre helps local farmers and business owners increase their income and improve lives.

Sarawak advances youth, sports, and entrepreneur development through SYStartUP, youth programmes, sports facilities, and strategic grants. MYSED (Ministry of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Sarawak) targets resilient, skilled young people who drive inclusive economic growth. Flagship initiatives connect training with financing, markets and mentorship. These efforts support Sarawak's Post COVID-19 Development Strategy 2030 aspirations for prosperity and sustainability.

Sarawak recorded RM384.92 million in losses from 12,452 online scam cases between 2022 and August 2026, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said, with annual losses rising steadily over the five-year period statewide and reported cases increasing each year.

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.