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Sarawak Launches Pavilion At MWC 2025, Showcasing Digital Innovation And Investment Opportunities

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 (Bernama) -- The Sarawak government has officially launched the Sarawak Pavilion at MWC Barcelona 2025, marking a significant milestone in its journey to becoming a regional leader in digital transformation, smart technologies, and sustainable development.

In a statement today, the Sarawak Multimedia Authority (SMA) said the pavilion served as a gateway for global investors, technology leaders, and businesses to explore the vast opportunities Sarawak offers.

“The participation of the Sarawak government at MWC Barcelona 2025 aims to attract interest from industry leaders, investors, and technology experts eager to explore potential collaborations,” it said.

Deputy Premier of Sarawak, Second Minister for Finance and New Economy, Minister For Infrastructure and Port Development, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas highlighted Sarawak’s commitment to building a thriving digital economy, expanding renewable energy initiatives, and fostering industry collaborations to drive economic growth.

“In line with our Post Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, Sarawak is accelerating its digital transformation, leveraging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), 5G, cloud computing, and Internet of Things (IoT) to create new business opportunities and improve the well-being of our communities.

“The Sarawak Pavilion at MWC Barcelona showcases our readiness to collaborate, innovate, and grow with global partners,” he said.

Meanwhile, Minister of Utility and Telecommunication Sarawak, Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said the state is expanding their engagements through business matching sessions, networking opportunities, and high-level discussions to strengthen partnerships with global tech leaders, investors, and industry experts.

“These initiatives will enable Sarawak to leverage global expertise, explore innovative solutions, and cultivate impactful collaborations that drive sustainable digital and economic growth.

“Through these engagements, Sarawak aims to tap into global expertise, explore cutting-edge solutions, and build meaningful collaborations that will drive long-term digital and economic growth for our state,” he added.

-- BERNAMA