Latest news with #SecondTrunkRoad
The Sun
28-06-2025
- Health
- The Sun
New health clinic to be built in Betong
KUCHING: A health clinic costing RM16 million will be built in the Simpang Layar area of Betong, said Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. He said the clinic would complement two other proposed medical facilities in the Spaoh area of Betong - a RM36 million clinic and a RM5 million haemodialysis centre. Uggah attributed these developments to the establishment of the Betong Division Development Agency (BDDA). 'We have seen many high-impact projects coming our way. Another project we are eagerly anticipating is the completion of the road from Sri Aman to Betong town. 'This road, which is part of the Second Trunk Road project, is expected to be completed next year and will reduce travel time between the two towns to about 30 minutes,' he said in a statement today. Uggah reiterated that he would continue to focus on creating more income-generating economic activities and promoting education excellence in Betong. 'We view modern farming as the way forward. Toward this end, we have identified an area of 1,000 acres for our agro park, and we have also identified several companies to spearhead the development with landowners,' he added.
Barnama
28-06-2025
- Health
- Barnama
New Health Clinic To Be Built In Betong
REGION - SARAWAK > NEWS KUCHING, June 28 (Bernama) -- A health clinic costing RM16 million will be built in the Simpang Layar area of Betong, said Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. He said the clinic would complement two other proposed medical facilities in the Spaoh area of Betong - a RM36 million clinic and a RM5 million haemodialysis centre. Uggah attributed these developments to the establishment of the Betong Division Development Agency (BDDA). bootstrap slideshow 'We have seen many high-impact projects coming our way. Another project we are eagerly anticipating is the completion of the road from Sri Aman to Betong town. 'This road, which is part of the Second Trunk Road project, is expected to be completed next year and will reduce travel time between the two towns to about 30 minutes,' he said in a statement today. Uggah reiterated that he would continue to focus on creating more income-generating economic activities and promoting education excellence in Betong. 'We view modern farming as the way forward. Toward this end, we have identified an area of 1,000 acres for our agro park, and we have also identified several companies to spearhead the development with landowners,' he added. -- BERNAMA
Daily Express
26-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Why Sarawak ahead of Sabah in infrastructure: NGO
Published on: Thursday, June 26, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jun 26, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Ramli said the decision to replace the Infrastructure Development Trust Fund with a unified modern financing mechanism highlights the state's focus on project efficiency and accountability. LABUAN: Despite sharing similar geographies and economic aspirations, Sarawak and Sabah have taken markedly different paths in infrastructure development. Former President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Malaysia and vice-president of CILT International for Southeast Asia, Datuk Dr Ramli Amir, said Sarawak has emerged as a model of self-reliance, independently funding large-scale infrastructure projects. At the same time, Sabah remains heavily dependent on federal allocations, resulting in development delays and fragmented logistics. 'Over the past decade, Sarawak has allocated billions of ringgit toward roads, bridges, ports, and industrial zones, all without resorting to debt or federal funding. 'The state government's fiscal discipline and adoption of innovative financing, including an alternative funding model introduced in 2019, have enabled accelerated infrastructure rollout. 'Sarawak's commitment to strategic financial management is exemplified by the RM11 billion invested in ten bridges, executed without external borrowing,' he said in a statement to Bernama on Wednesday. Ramli said the decision to replace the Infrastructure Development Trust Fund with a unified modern financing mechanism highlights the state's focus on project efficiency and accountability. He added that political stability and a long-term vision have also enabled Sarawak to maintain consistent development through initiatives such as the Coastal Road Network, the Second Trunk Road, deep-seaports, and free industrial zones. 'In contrast, Sabah faces persistent infrastructure gaps, largely due to its dependence on federal grants. Although the state has gained autonomy for projects below RM50 million, larger infrastructure ventures remain subject to federal processes. 'This has resulted in underinvestment and chronic delays, such as those plaguing the Pan Borneo Sabah Highway,' Ramli said. He noted that the logistics sector in Sabah is particularly strained, with transport costs reportedly 30 to 50 per cent higher than in Peninsular Malaysia, and public transport penetration in Kota Kinabalu lags far behind Kuala Lumpur. Meanwhile, many rural areas still lack basic infrastructure, and poor connectivity continues to hinder economic growth. Sabah's reliance on fragmented and reactive infrastructure planning has limited its potential for sustainable economic transformation. Commenting on the contrast, Ramli said Sarawak's success is rooted in its institutional leadership and fiscal autonomy. 'The state's ability to independently manage and finance its infrastructure agenda should serve as a wake-up call for Sabah to strengthen its internal capacities,' he said. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
25-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sarawak's self-reliant infrastructure surge sets it apart from federally dependent Sabah, says logistics expert
Ramli said the decision to replace the Infrastructure Development Trust Fund with a unified modern financing mechanism highlights Sarawak's focus on project efficiency and accountability. — Bernama photo LABUAN (June 25): Despite sharing similar geographies and economic aspirations, Sarawak and Sabah have taken markedly different paths in infrastructure development. Former President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Malaysia and vice-president of CILT International for Southeast Asia, Datuk Dr Ramli Amir, said Sarawak has emerged as a model of self-reliance, independently funding large-scale infrastructure projects. At the same time, Sabah remains heavily dependent on federal allocations, resulting in development delays and fragmented logistics. 'Over the past decade, Sarawak has allocated billions of ringgit toward roads, bridges, ports, and industrial zones, all without resorting to debt or federal funding. 'The state government's fiscal discipline and adoption of innovative financing, including an alternative funding model introduced in 2019, have enabled accelerated infrastructure rollout. 'Sarawak's commitment to strategic financial management is exemplified by the RM11 billion invested in ten bridges, executed without external borrowing,' he said in a statement to Bernama today. Ramli said the decision to replace the Infrastructure Development Trust Fund with a unified modern financing mechanism highlights the state's focus on project efficiency and accountability. He added that political stability and a long-term vision have also enabled Sarawak to maintain consistent development through initiatives such as the Coastal Road Network, the Second Trunk Road, deep-seaports, and free industrial zones. 'In contrast, Sabah faces persistent infrastructure gaps, largely due to its dependence on federal grants. Although the state has gained autonomy for projects below RM50 million, larger infrastructure ventures remain subject to federal processes. 'This has resulted in underinvestment and chronic delays, such as those plaguing the Pan Borneo Sabah Highway,' Ramli said. He noted that the logistics sector in Sabah is particularly strained, with transport costs reportedly 30 to 50 per cent higher than in Peninsular Malaysia, and public transport penetration in Kota Kinabalu lags far behind Kuala Lumpur. Meanwhile, many rural areas still lack basic infrastructure, and poor connectivity continues to hinder economic growth. Sabah's reliance on fragmented and reactive infrastructure planning has limited its potential for sustainable economic transformation. Commenting on the contrast, Ramli said Sarawak's success is rooted in its institutional leadership and fiscal autonomy. 'The state's ability to independently manage and finance its infrastructure agenda should serve as a wake-up call for Sabah to strengthen its internal capacities,' he said. – Bernama infrastructure innovative Ramli Amir sabah sarawak transport
Barnama
25-06-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Sarawak's Self-reliant Infrastructure Surge Sets It Apart From Federally Dependent Sabah
BUSINESS Former President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Malaysia and vice-president of CILT International for Southeast Asia, Datuk Dr Ramli Amir By Jailani Hasan LABUAN, June 25 (Bernama) -- Despite sharing similar geographies and economic aspirations, Sarawak and Sabah have taken markedly different paths in infrastructure development. Former President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Malaysia and vice-president of CILT International for Southeast Asia, Datuk Dr Ramli Amir, said Sarawak has emerged as a model of self-reliance, independently funding large-scale infrastructure projects. At the same time, Sabah remains heavily dependent on federal allocations, resulting in development delays and fragmented logistics. 'Over the past decade, Sarawak has allocated billions of ringgit toward roads, bridges, ports, and industrial zones, all without resorting to debt or federal funding. 'The state government's fiscal discipline and adoption of innovative financing, including an alternative funding model introduced in 2019, have enabled accelerated infrastructure rollout. 'Sarawak's commitment to strategic financial management is exemplified by the RM11 billion invested in ten bridges, executed without external borrowing,' he said in a statement to Bernama today. Ramli said the decision to replace the Infrastructure Development Trust Fund with a unified modern financing mechanism highlights the state's focus on project efficiency and accountability. He added that political stability and a long-term vision have also enabled Sarawak to maintain consistent development through initiatives such as the Coastal Road Network, the Second Trunk Road, deep-seaports, and free industrial zones.
