KUCHING: Sarawak will continue its policy of inclusivity beyond 2030 as it aims to become a high-income developed state, according to Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah.
The Deputy Premier stated that inclusivity is a crucial pillar in the state’s post-Covid-19 development strategy (PCDS) until 2030.
“However, this does not mean inclusivity will cease in 2030. Inclusivity will persist,” he told reporters after participating in a thanksgiving prayer ceremony on Friday (July 21).
The ceremony was organized by the Unit for Other Religions (Unifor) in conjunction with Sarawak’s 60th independence anniversary celebration this year.
Uggah noted that the state government will continue to provide financial aid to non-Muslim religions and their places of worship.
He stated that Unifor has been allocated RM100mil this year, double the amount from last year’s RM50mil.
“This will be an ongoing process as the houses of worship will require maintenance and repairs,” he added.
Regarding the thanksgiving prayer ceremony, Uggah mentioned that it showcased Sarawak’s unity as different groups gathered to pray for the state’s peace, prosperity, progress, and unity.
“We have been very united, and this is why we have achieved this level of development.
“We want Sarawak to move forward and prioritize development in implementing PCDS 2030,” he stated.
The ceremony commenced with an opening prayer by Catholic Archbishop of Kuching Simon Poh, followed by prayers from the Baha’i, Buddhist, Hindu, Christian, Sikh, and Tao communities.
The prayers focused on blessings of prosperity, peace, political stability, unity, and social inclusivity upon Sarawak.
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