KUCHING, May 2: Sarawak is currently in a golden era of unprecedented economic and infrastructure development under the leadership of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.
Satok Assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim Baki said Abang Johari’s success in developing Sarawak has garnered attention from other leaders in Malaysia, who are looking to emulate his approach.
“Sarawak is developed and prosperous because we have a leader who has the people’s best interest at heart; a leader who is smart, resourceful and innovative in increasing Sarawak’s revenues.
“Our Premier, the previous Satok assemblyman is sought after not only in Sarawak but also throughout Malaysia, people are looking to learn from him on how he managed to bring Sarawak to an outstanding level.
“We are living in the golden era. Sarawak is now developed and prosperous and we are respected by our friends and foes,” he said when officiating at the PBB Satok Zone 3 Aidilfitri celebration at Dewan Sri Bunga Rampai here on Wednesday.
Ibrahim said with the increased revenue obtained by Sarawak, numerous development projects were able to be implemented, bringing economic benefits to people in rural areas.
“There are a lot initiatives and projects that were able to be rolled out for the people. Large projects, that previously left us lagging behind because it required substantial allocation, could now be carried out,” he said,
Ibrahim added Abang Johari’s and the Sarawak government’s initiatives were also recognised by political rivals, who are now supporting the government by becoming members of the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition.
“Previously, this party, which has three assemblymen, were against us. But they are now with us because we have a people-centric leader with good policies,” he explained.
Meanwhile, on the implementation of development projects in Satok, Ibrahim said he is looking into new methods to expedite its execution.
“When implementing development projects, we have to undergo certain processes. The delays are caused by this. We will discuss with the Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) mayor to find new methods to expedite the projects,” he said.
The programme was jointly organised by the PBB Muhibbah, Kudei Lama, Kudei Baru and Muda Hashim A sub-branches.
Also present were a political secretary to the Premier, Abdul Samat Gany; political secretary to the Deputy Prime Minister, Irwan Zulkarnain Muhammad Hasbie and the programme’s organising chairman Ali Sujang. – TVS
