Sarawak mahu lebih kuasai sumber strategik

Premier Abang Johari Openg of Sarawak has stated that the Malaysian state will not relent in its pursuit of control over strategic assets, including the oil and gas industry. Drawing attention to the takeover of Bintulu Port and investment in Affin Bank as examples, Abang Johari mentioned that there are many more assets the state wishes to claim. However, he emphasized that gaining back these assets requires support from the Sarawak public behind its government.

Abang Johari noted that the more Sarawakians stand behind the administration and its leadership, the more determined the state will be in its fight for these assets. "The more Sarawakians stand behind us and our leadership, the more resolute we are in continuing our struggle for Sarawak," he said, quoting an Iban saying meaning to persevere until the last drop of blood is shed.

In January, the Sarawak government officially took over the management of Bintulu Port, following its acquisition of a RM1.8 billion stake in the Bintulu Port Company, which previously fell under the purview of the federal government. In 2024, Sarawak is set to become the first Malaysian state to have its own bank, holding a 31.25% stake in Affin Bank.