Sarawak, Indonesia will cooperate to develop hydroelectric dam in Nusantara, says Abang Jo

• “(This cooperation) proves that Sarawak is successful in expanding its influence and cooperation with other countries based on confidence in our policies.”

KUCHING (Feb 13): Sarawak will cooperate with Indonesia to develop a hydroelectric dam in Nusantara, Indonesia’s new capital city.

Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the matter was still being explored alongside the Indonesian government.

“(This cooperation) proves that Sarawak is successful in expanding its influence and cooperation with other countries based on confidence in our policies,” he said during his speech at the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) appreciation night in conjunction with the 15th general election here on Saturday (Feb 11) night.

Besides Indonesia, Abang Johari said Sarawak would also strengthen cooperation with other neighbouring countries, including Brunei, especially in efforts to improve road networks.

“With regards to cooperation with Singapore, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has supported Sarawak’s efforts to sell electricity to the island-state,” he added.