By DayakDaily Team
KUALA LUMPUR: Sarawak is poised to become a key regional hub for energy transition through its strong potential in fostering investment and trade relations with foreign nations, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says.
In a news report by Ukas, Anwar Ibrahim said that his series of meetings with world leaders, including the President of Indonesia and the Prime Minister of Japan, would bolster economic strength, particularly in the fields of digital economy and energy transition, and specifically for Sarawak.
“President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, will meet with me during his official visit, which is expected to enhance economic cooperation between Malaysia and Indonesia, including in the digital sector.
“Tomorrow, the Prime Minister of Japan will also arrive in Malaysia, and we will discuss several issues related to investment and trade.
“We hope these discussions will position Malaysia, specifically Sarawak, as the energy hub for this region,” he said in his keynote address at the Malaysia Economic Forum (MEF) 2025 held here today.
Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg was among the prominent leaders attending the MEF 2025.
Also present at the event were Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Minister of Works Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi, several Cabinet Ministers, and other distinguished guests.
Additionally, the Prime Minister highlighted that Malaysia’s chairmanship of Asean presents a crucial opportunity to build collective strength among Asean citizens and bring shared benefits to the region.
The Prime Minister also noted that MEF 2025 provides an opportunity for Malaysia to focus and identify strategies to further strengthen its economy.
He pointed out that new economic opportunities need to be explored to prevent Malaysia from lagging behind.
“We must have comprehensive strength so that this power can propel us forward,” he added.
— DayakDaily
