Directions for Sarawak's development are set through Budget 2027

BINTULU, Oct 18: More than 60 per cent of Sarawak's Budget 2027 is allocated for development with implementation of infrastructure projects being among the main focuses of state government.

Tanjong Batu State House of Representatives (ADUN) member Johnny Pang Leong Ming said Sarawak is expected to earn RM15 billion in revenue next year.

According to him, the development allocation reflects the need to continue various infrastructure projects in support of state development.

"The most important thing in this budget is that over 60 percent of the allocation goes to development.

"Therefore, we need to implement more infrastructure and development projects in Sarawak", he said when met after attending the 2026 Bintulu National Sports Day 10 Kilometre Race launch ceremony at the Bintulu Suarah Hall on Sunday.

Johnny Pang said that the Sarawak Budget 2027 presented by the Prime Minister of Sarawak, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg covers various aspects of state development.

In the meantime, he also touched on state government initiatives to help people, including assistance for electricity and water bills as well as free higher education.

Meanwhile, the 2026 Bintulu National Sports Day 10 Kilometre Race brought together nearly 1,000 participants.

Johnny Pang said that the running event in Bintulu received a warm reception from the community.

"I think running is one of those activities that can be self-exciting and give the participants joy", he said. - TVS