KUCHING, Nov 10 2026: Premier Abang Johari Openg believed that proficiency in Mandarin among the multi-ethnic communities has the potential to unlock more trade opportunities and expand Sarawak’s economic network, particularly with nations that utilize the language.
He said the ability to communicate in Mandarin serves as an advantage in building economic ties with international markets.
“Therefore, when members of the Bumiputera community are able to speak Mandarin, effective communication can be established—especially in the economic sphere—should you wish to sell your products,” he said at the installation and dinner of the Federation of Chinese Associations Sarawak (FCAS) tonight.
He said mastery of the language should not be confined to a single ethnic group; rather, it can be leveraged by the entire Sarawakian society to enhance their capacity to interact within the international economic landscape.
He also touched upon the growing participation of Bumiputera students in Chinese-medium schools, noting that this creates opportunities for a broader segment of the population to attain proficiency in Mandarin.
He emphasized the importance of strengthening the education system to cultivate a society equipped with the skills and knowledge aligned with current economic demands.
The premier also stressed that Sarawak’s stability has enabled the government to focus on the development agenda, ensuring that the benefits of progress are enjoyed by the entire community, regardless of racial background.
He said the harmonious relations and close cooperation among the multi-racial society form the foundation for the stability that allows for the continuous implementation of state development.
“This situation enables Sarawak to remain stable, allowing us to focus on the state’s development for the benefit of every community in Sarawak,” he said.
Acording to him, Sarawak’s development approach does not discriminate based on racial background; instead, it creates opportunities for all communities to participate in the state’s economic development and progress.
He emphasized the importance of inter-racial cooperation to ensure that society can move forward together in navigating economic shifts and an increasingly challenging global landscape.
Also present were Deputy Premier Dr Sim Kui Hian and FCAS president Richard Wee.
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