There is much abuzz among our local folks on the relocation of the new capital of Indonesia, Nusantara in East Kalimantan and I have called on Sarawak-based construction companies to look into opportunities of taking part in infrastructure development there.
In fact, our construction companies are in position to participate in the development of the new capital where industries such as construction and food will see a tremendous growth when the things start to be implemented.
This is a good development for I believe it will bring about more development for neighbouring Sarawak and also for Brunei Darulsalam. Any of such development will have spin-off (effects) to the provinces in Kalimantan, and Sarawak, we will enjoy of the spin-off (effects) too. We have to wait and see, what are the areas we can be of help. We have to see where we can develop so that it will bring about mutual benefits for both.
When our Kuala Lumpur capital city was moved to Putrajaya, there was a huge boost to the construction industry there. If companies from Sarawak could compete and participate down there (in Nusantara), why not? Another positive impact on the local economy especially tourism is concerned is there will be more flights between Sarawak and Kalimantan with establishment of Nusantara which is expected to boost the growth rate in this region.
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