Sarawak Hopoh Association lauds plan for better transport network

KUCHING: The Sarawak government has been given a pat on the back for emphasising improvement in the state’s transportation.

Sarawak Hopoh Association president Chong Thian Poh hailed Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg as a visionary leader who aspires to improve the network of transportation in Sarawak.

“Not only are we going to have coastal road but more roads will be constructed to link all towns and villages across the state.

“The Sarawak government has even opted for a better mode of transport with electric buses, a plan that will be rolled out in line with the state’s transformation programme,” he said during a Lunar New Year dinner held at the Alumni Hall of Chung Hua Primary School No. 3 at Jalan Padungan here on Saturday.

According to Chong, transportation plays a pivotal role in the progress of Sarawak, contributing eight per cent to the state’s growth domestic product (GDP).

He also called upon the Sarawak government to enhance air connectivity in the state to boost tourism.

Earlier, he said the Hakkas had settled in the state for three generations and counting.

“The Hakka community has been living in Sarawak for over 200 years.

“We hope that the Sarawak government will fight for more autonomous power for Sarawakians.”

Guests were entertained by a Cheongsam fashion show during the festive do jointly organised by Sarawak Hakka Association, Kuching Taipoo Community Association, Sarawak Hopoh Association, Kuching Kaying Community Association and Kuching Fui Tung Onn Association.