Sarawak kerjasama rapat dengan kerajaan pusat tetap rangka kerja SEZ

Premier Abang Johari Openg of Sarawak announced on today that the state government will be working closely with the federal government to advance the Sibu Special Economic Zone (SEZ) plans. The joint effort will involve consultations to determine incentives for investment, facilitation mechanisms, and strategic infrastructure needs for the relevant zone.

The Sarawak premier stated that this cooperation will involve relevant federal ministries and agencies in developing Sibu SEZ as a model for transforming the rainforest economy. Abang Johari also expressed his appreciation for the agreement of the federal government on Sarawak's proposal to establish the Sibu Special Economic Zone.

Earlier this week, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced during the 2027 Budget speech that formal discussions would begin with Sarawak to finalize the framework of incentives, investment facilitation centers, and identification of strategic infrastructure needs for the proposed SEZ. Abang Johari emphasized that the SEZ Sibu will reposition Sibu as a new center for modern economic growth in Sarawak, with a focus on high-value manufacturing, waste processing, agricultural-based industries, logistics, and green economy.

He added that the initiative is expected to attract quality foreign and domestic investments, create well-paying skilled jobs, and provide small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the area with access to new markets and supply chains.