KUCHING, July 14 2026: Social activist Voon Shiak Ni stressed that the successful completion of the Batang Lupar 1 Bridge demonstrates Sarawak's financial capability and its resolve to continue implementing major development projects in the best interests of the people
She said Sarawakians should take pride in the completion of the RM849 million bridge and acknowledge the commitment and leadership of the state government.
She said the commitment has ensured that this important bridge project became a reality despite the earlier federal cancellation when Pakatan Harapan (PH) which came to -power after the 2018 general election.
Voon reminded Sarawak DAP chairman Chong Chieng Ken not to fight for credit for “your party as people's interests should always be above political agenda.”
She said credit should be given based on facts and not political narratives.
“The facts surrounding the project should not be disputed as it is not complicated at all,” Voon said, adding that the bridge was originally approved under the previous Barisan Nasional federal administration.
“However, following the 2018 General Election, the PH federal government indeed cancelled the project, citing its high cost.
“ In response, the Sarawak government under the leadership of Premier Abang Johari Tun Openg made the decisive decision to fully finance the project using Sarawak's own funds.
“This ensured that construction proceeded despite the federal cancellation,” she said .
“Today, the 4.88-kilometre Batang Lupar 1 Bridge is Malaysia's longest river-crossing bridge stands as a symbol of Sarawak's commitment to improving connectivity, promoting economic development, and enhancing the lives of the people.
“Attempts by any party to attribute the project to the federal government or political parties that were not responsible for its funding have understandably drawn criticism from Sarawak leaders and the public, " she said.
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