Sarawak

Rich in hydropower and biodiversity, Sarawak is positioning itself as a regional hub for green growth.
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Accessing regional opportunities: How S’pore investors can tap Sarawak’s green energy and other growth sectors

From digital economy to eco-tourism, the East Malaysian state’s upcoming trade conference will showcase emerging trends and potential investments

Sarawak has demanded local gas distribution rights from Petronas, which has had full control for 50 years, in its quest to expand its autonomy in recent years.

Petronas yet to finalise gas deal with Sarawak, says minister

The national oil firm runs one of the world’s biggest liquefied natural gas terminals in the Borneo state, which holds the largest gas reserves in Malaysia

Sembcorp says the parties will work on optimising the design, installation methodology and protection requirements for a subsea interconnector cable.

Sembcorp, Sarawak Energy partner Prysmian to supply Singapore with green energy

This comes after the Republic raised its low-carbon electricity import target to 6 GW by 2035, up from an initial target of 4 GW set in 2021

Miri offers cost-competitive land, a skilled workforce and abundant renewable energy, positioning northern Sarawak as a hub for green industries and advanced manufacturing.

From Johor to Borneo: Malaysia plotting Brunei-Sarawak SEZ to tap new growth frontier

Malaysia is eyeing a Brunei-Sarawak SEZ to boost trade, mirroring the Johor-Singapore model, as thousands of Sarawakians commute to Brunei for higher wages and a strong exchange rate

Petronas has been engaged in stalled negotiations with Petros, Sarawak’s state-run energy firm, since last year.

Petronas says still in talks with Sarawak over gas aggregator role

Sarawak is home to more than 60 per cent of Malaysia’s gas reserves

Sarawak is sitting on a treasure trove of natural resources – timber, oil and hydropower.
THINKING ALOUD

Special Economic Zones: One size doesn’t fit all

A proposed SEZ between Sarawak and Brunei has sparked discussions of cross-border collaboration, but it may be a long shot given the economic realities