UNDER the sixth strategic thrust of the Sarawak Budget 2025 to promote culture, sports, and youth empowerment, the Sarawak government has allocated nearly RM300 million to enhance youth and sports facilities and promote youth development initiatives.
Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said his government is dedicated to improving sports infrastructure across Sarawak to boost youth engagement, support community well-being, and stimulate economic growth.
“This year, RM76.4 million has been approved for building and upgrading sports facilities throughout Sarawak to meet international standards, and another RM30.7 million will be provided next year.
“In addition, RM250 million has been approved under Projek Rakyat to develop new sports complexes and upgrade the existing civic centres, providing more opportunities for recreational and competitive sports,” he said.
He was tabling the second reading of the Sarawak Budget 2025 at the second meeting of the third sessions of the 19th Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting today.
The Premier highlighted several key initiatives for 2025, including RM6.1 million in sports development grants to support event organisation, team formation, athlete training, and the establishment of sports clubs.
Another RM9 million is allocated to the Sarawak Youth Creative Industry Fund, designed to cultivate youth creativity and innovation in music, film, theater, and related fields.
Additionally, RM2 million is allocated for entrepreneurship programmes aimed at fostering business skills and opportunities among Sarawak’s youth.
“With the right infrastructure, skills, and support, our youth can look forward to a brighter future and take steps toward achieving it,” he added.
