KUCHING, Jan 26 2026: The outgoing Unoted States Ambassador to Malaysia Edgard Kagan says that the more American companies are showing interest to collaborate with Sarawak, especially in renewable energy and hydrogen economy in terms of technological support and expertise.
Caption: Outgoing US Ambassador to Malaysia Edgard Kagan (2nd left) with Premier Abang Johari Openg (2nd right( posing for the camera at Satria Pertiwi Complex - Photo by Ukas
He said that American companies have the skills and technology that can potentially contribute to Sarawak's vision, but investment decisions depend entirely on the respective companies without government interference.
"But ultimately, the key is for Sarawak to continue to do what it has done so well, which is to create an environment that attracts investment.
"This shows that Sarawak is the right place for companies to establish themselves in the long term, and to continue to be bold and visionary in what they want to achieve using their own policies," he explained after paying farewell call on Premier Abang Johari Openg at Satria Pertiwi Complex here today.
He said more US companies are showing interest in investing and collaborating in Sarawak with major investment announcements to come in the future.
On his farewell call to the premier, he said his presence at the complex was to meet personally with the premier before ending his diplomatic service on February 15.
He said it is clear that has a special place in Sarawak since his first visit in 2014 where he had always received a warm welcome from the Sarawak Government.
"Therefore, I would like to come personally to thank the premier not only for his kindness and cooperation towards me personally, but also towards the United States.
"I also expressed how much I appreciate the story of Sarawak's development and how far Sarawak has changed in the 11 and a half years since I first set foot here," he said.
Also present were the Director of the Sarawak Regional Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia Fenny Nuli, and Embassy Spokesperson James Dewey.
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