KUCHING: Sarawak must continue to cultivate the pre-emptive security mindset across all levels of the workforce, ensuring that its people are well-prepared to respond to emerging threats with agility and confidence.
Utility and Telecommunication Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said while the role of technology cannot be understated, collaborative measure are also crucial as the security of the critical infrastructure is not just the responsibility of the entity such as Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) and Sarawak Enforcement and Security Unit (UKPS), but also among members of the public as well.
“It requires coordinated efforts between government agencies, private sector partners, and of course members of the public here.
“Through knowledge sharing and the collaborative development of integrated response frameworks, we stand to further strengthen our collective defence against a range of threats, from cyber intrusion to physical attacks.
“The attacks might not happen in the near future, but must be prepared,” he said his speech during the opening ceremony of Critical Infrastructure Security Summit 2024 at Hikmah Exchange here today.
On another note, Julaihi said safeguarding the critical infrastructure is crucial as the threats against it can happen anytime.
“That being said, we must have sense of responsibility and sense of ownership to all assets that we have, especially assets that within the area of public interest,” he added.
On the summit, he said it provides a crucial platform for the participants to further expand their partnerships and learn from each other’s experiences.
“This summit is a timely reminder that we must remain vigilant, adaptive and innovative in our approach to protecting our critical assets.
“The discussions, I believe are essential as we strive to enhance our capabilities and align with global best practices, ensuring that Sarawak’s infrastructure is not only resilient but also prepared to meet future challenges,” he added.
Also present during the ceremony was chief executive officer of SEB Datuk Sharbini Suhaili.
