By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, July 22: Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) president Dato Sri Tiong King Sing in his Sarawak Day message asserts Sarawak has transformed since her independence 61 years ago from the colonial era to astound the world.
Tiong called for Sarawak Day which falls today on July 22 to be celebrated with appreciation and joy and for the ‘Ibu Pertiwi’ flag to be respected.
In a statement today, he said that through 61 years of ups and downs, with numerous challenges, the torch of development in Sarawak has touched countless generations and families.
He added that in utilising rich resources while leveraging the resilient spirit of her people, Sarawak has beaten the odds and excelled with firm resolve and steadfast vision.
“Together, we ignite the engines of Sarawak’s unstoppable economic surge,” he said.
Tiong pointed out that with far-sighted insight attuned to the times and people-first policies, Sarawak has become a rising star, making long-term progress and growth in various fields.
“We are not what we used to be, and the future holds even more great leaps forward.
“From desolation to prosperity, from sowing to harvest, history witnesses the steadfast journey of our ancestors in building and prospering our land.”
Tiong, who is also Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture Malaysia, highlighted that he will pay close attention to the sustainable tourism development of Niah National Park.
He added his ministry would closely cooperate with local governments and relevant entities to enhance and perfect infrastructure, including transportation, safety measures, environmental hygiene, and conservation.
Tiong believed that rich and diverse Sarawak, sculpted by different civilisations over time, brings together people of various skin colours, eyes, and smiles, symbolising the unity of all Sarawakians.
He said the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government would continue its efforts to improve Sarawak’s infrastructure, creating endless development opportunities for the people of Sarawak.
“I feel immense pride in this fertile land and hope that Sarawakians will become the strongest supporters of GPS and pave the way for Sarawak’s transformation and astound the world,” he said. — DayakDaily
