By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, June 17: The Sarawak Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts (MTCP) and the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia (MOTAC) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening strategic synergy, enhancing coordination, and advancing Sarawak’s tourism agenda in line with the spirit of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) during an official meeting in Putrajaya on Tuesday (June 16).
According to Sarawak Public Communication Unit (Ukas), the engagement took place during MTCP’s official visit to MOTAC secretary-general Dato’ Shaharuddin Abu Sohot, reflecting ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration between the Sarawak and Federal governments in driving the growth and development of the tourism sector.
The MTCP delegation was led by Deputy Sarawak Secretary (Economic Planning and Development) Dato Sri Dr Muhammad Abdullah Zaidel and accompanied by MTCP permanent secretary Morshidi Fredrick.
The meeting provided an important platform for both parties to exchange views on key tourism priorities, strengthen intergovernmental cooperation, and explore ways to further elevate Sarawak’s position as a leading tourism destination while ensuring alignment with the aspirations of MA63.
According to Muhammad Abdullah, continuous cooperation and close coordination among all stakeholders are essential to ensure that tourism initiatives deliver meaningful benefits to local communities, industry players, and the nation as a whole.
MTCP also underscored the importance of recognising Sarawak’s unique strengths and competitive advantages in building a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient tourism ecosystem.
Discussions highlighted Sarawak’s distinctive tourism offerings, including its rich cultural heritage, exceptional biodiversity, indigenous traditions, vibrant creative industries, and diverse natural attractions that continue to attract visitors from around the world.
The visit further reinforced the shared commitment of MTCP and MOTAC to ensuring that tourism remains a key driver of economic growth, cultural preservation, and sustainable development for both Sarawak and Malaysia. — DayakDaily
