A total of RM40 million has been allocated next year to develop 14 industrial estates in Sarawak, including Kuching High-Tech Park as an expansion for Sama Jaya Free Industrial Zone.
Deputy Premier, and Minister for International Trade, Industry and Investment, Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said this park will create attractive investment opportunities in the E & E sector, drive innovation in semiconductor and advanced manufacturing.
“The Sarawak government has endorsed a green technology park with Special Economic Zone status – Kota Petra Green Technology Park (KPGTP).
“It is a collaboration between Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC), Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (CENTEXS) and the private sector to create a high-tech industrial hub. This development is expected to generate RM12 billion in investments and create 10,000 jobs during the construction phase in 2030.”
Awang Tengah said this during his ministerial winding-up-speech, Wednesday (Nov 20).
He added that KPGTP is designed as a modern industrial park, focusing on attracting investment in green technology sectors.
“The park will serve as a hub to foster collaboration among industry leaders, research institutions and startups through a supportive ecosystem.
“To further promote and inculcate entrepreneurship culture among rural and remote communities, a total of RM8.4 million will be allocated in 2025 for the establishment of 18 Anjung Usahawan throughout Sarawak.”
On another note, Awang Tengah said this initiative will build a competitive local economy that drives inclusive growth across Sarawak.
“Sarawak needs more conducive business premises for small traders and hawkers particularly in rural areas. In 2024, the federal Ministry of Entrepreneurs and Cooperatives Development has approved approximately RM8 million to upgrade 38 Tamu Desa across Sarawak.
“The objective of the project is to further improve the facilities for small traders and hawkers in rural areas. An additional 37 Tamu Desa projects worth RM9 million have been proposed for 2025.
“This initiative is being carried out in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health, Housing and Local Government to enhance facilities for local entrepreneurs.”
