1. A sum of RM70 million is allocated next year to complete office and studio facilities for Sarawak Media Group (TVS) for the International Broadcast Centre, alongside RM60 million for Sarawak Media Network Initiatives under the Digital Economy framework. Complementing these media initiatives, RM500 thousand is provided to commence Phase 1 of the Sarawak Arts Gallery to empower local visual artists
2. Sarawak is advancing its clean-energy future through the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS), with the pilot deployment of hydrogen-powered Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) in 2026, followed by full rollout from 2027.The pilot route will operate from the Rembus Depot in Samarahan to Northbank in Stutong, supported by hydrogen feeder buses and the hydrogen production plant at the Rembus
Depot
3. A sum of RM29 million is provided to SeDidik to |support its operational and developmental needs, thereby enabling it to continue providing quality early childhood education and care to our children.
Another RM14 million is allocated as Annual Special Grant to support all registered early childhood centres across Sarawak. This allocation will strengthen their capacity to provide safe and high-quality learning environments for our children.
4. The school uniform assistance Programme that provides RM200 vouchers to eligible students, helping families to meet the cost of uniforms, shoes, and school bags. Under this Budget, RM4 million is allocated next year to benefit students throughout the State.
5. The State Government continues the Free School Bus Programme. This initiative provides free transportation for children from underprivileged households, ensuring that no child is denied schooling due to transport costs.
Operating in Kuching, Sibu, Bintulu, and Miri, the programme incorporates smart bus tracking systems, enhancing safety and efficiency while also helping to reduce traffic congestion around schools.
Thousands of students have already benefited, and for 2027, RM10 million is provided, reflecting the government's commitment to education and welfare of the students

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