MIRI: Sarawak is embarking on a significant nation-building journey, said Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian.
Highlighting the state’s unity and smart working ethos as the key drivers for this endeavour, Deputy Premier and Minister for Public Health, Housing, and Local Government urged Miri folk and Sarawakians to contribute positively to the state’s development, stressing the collective effort needed to achieve progress.
Speaking at the 19th anniversary celebration of Miri’s city status on Monday night at the Eastwood Valley Golf and Country Club, here, he said: “We used to be weak, we used to be divided, and now we are strong.
“We must quickly seize the opportunity to build our nation. Sarawak is now on the path of nation-building, and by 2030, we aim to reach a prosperous, inclusive, and environmentally sustainable adulthood.
“We are Mirians, we are Sarawakians. Let’s celebrate together the 19th anniversary and look forward to an even bigger celebration next year for the 20th anniversary.”
Dr Sim, representing Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari at the event, delved on the latter’s inclusive policies, lauding the Premier’s commitment to foster unity and progress.
“Being a Mirian, you must be proud. You are already at the forefront of Sarawak’s 2030 vision. I hope you practise your leadership and contribute actively to our growth.”
Dr Sim expressed optimism for the future, noting that Miri and Sarawak are on the right track, and thanked past city councillors and chairmen for their contributions over the last 19 years, and encouraged continued active participation from the community.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof’s recent suggestion was also highlighted during Dr Sim’s speech.
On April, at a Raya gathering hosted by Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Satok branch at Dewan Haji Kamarudin in Kampung Segedup, Fadillah proposed a policy requiring businessmen who wished to migrate to Sarawak to deposit RM2 million into a local bank or purchase property worth at least RM1.5 million. This policy aims to attract more investment and talent to the state.
“People often ask me why everyone wants to come to Sarawak. The answer is simple: Sarawak is good. Over the past decade, we have remained united and free of negative issues related to race, religion, and royalty. We truly are a melting pot of cultures,” Dr Sim said.
The celebration concluded with a call for Mirians to take pride in their city and contribute to its ongoing transformation from ‘Miri My City’ to ‘Miri My Great City’.
As Sarawak continues its journey towards nation-building, the state’s leaders and citizens alike are committed to ensuring a prosperous and united future.
Also present were Minister for Transport Sarawak Datuk Sri Lee Kim Shin, Minister in the Premier’s Department Datuk John Sikie Tayai, Deputy Ministers for Public Health, Housing and Local Government I (Public Health and Housing), Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil and Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee, Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts (Tourism) Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew, Deputy Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Sarawak (Entrepreneur Development) Datuk Dr Ripin Lamat, Mayor Adam Yii Siew Sang, Deputy Mayor Ariffin Mohamad, acting city secretary Abdul Rahman Taupek and the event organising chairman Leslie Lau.
