Wednesday, 10 December 2025

From Bangkok, Abang Johari is now in Nanjing for a four-day official working visit

NANJING: After attending an International Water Association’s congress and development exhibition in Bangkok, Premier Abang Johari Openg is now in Nanjing,  China, for a four-day official working visit.

Caption: Premier Abang Johari Openg is being received by Deputy Minister of Utilities Ibrahim Baki on arrival in Nanjing 

The visit began with an engagement session with the Jiangsu Provincial People’s Government at the Xikang Guesthouse, Nanjing on Thursday.

After the meeting, the premier and members of his delegation will witness the signing of the Framework Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Petros Petroleum Sarawak (Petros) and China Jiangsu International Economic and Technical Cooperation Group Ltd (CJI) at the CJI Headquarters here.

The third day of the visit will focus on a high-impact session at the Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP), one of the most successful industrial, technology and innovation development hubs in China.

The premier is scheduled to hear a development briefing at the Exhibition Hall and One Stop Centre, followed by an official meeting with the SIP Administrative Committee and a site visit to several leading companies operating in the area.

SIP, which is known for its smart manufacturing, automation and high-tech research ecosystem, is an important reference in Sarawak's efforts to develop an economic model based on technology and green energy, in line with the state's development aspirations.

Among members of his delegation are Petros chairman Hamid Bugo , Deputy Minister of Utilities (Sarawak Energy Berhad and Petros) Ibrahim Baki, Petros  Group Chief Executive Officer Janin Girie and other Petros senior officials.

The premier and members of his delegation are to depart  home on Saturday.

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