BY NUR FARIHAN RAZALI
MUKAH: Sarawak showcases its progress through a digital exhibition as part of the 60th Independence anniversary celebration.
Deputy Minister of Economy, Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib, said that the purpose of the event was to deepen our understanding of Sarawak’s development.
Hanifah said, through the digital exhibition, we can learn about the functions, roles, and expertise of our ministries and government agencies in driving the state’s progress.
“The exhibition highlights the state’s achievements and its efforts to transition from a resource-based economy to a sustainable technology-driven economy,” she said.
She said this during her speech at the Sarawak Merdeka 60 Years of Digital Exhibition and Sarawak X-Tive Program Mukah’s closing ceremony at Dewan Suarah Mesra today.
According to her, the exhibition also featured a video presentation showcasing the history of Sarawak and its previous leaders, from the first Chief Minister to the current Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.
These leaders, she added, driven by a deep love for Sarawak, have dedicated themselves to its development and the well-being of its people.
Also present were Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine, Balingian assemblyman Abdul Yakub Arbi, Deputy Resident of Mukah Division Shafrie Saili, and Acting District Officer of Mukah Peleadzman Ahip.