(Kuching, 10th) A French delegation visited Sarawak, opening up opportunities for both sides to launch strategic cooperation in multiple key areas, including aerospace, renewable energy, and high-tech industry development.
The delegation, led by the French Ambassador to Malaysia Marc Abensour, included Defense Attaché Stefan Stefancic, Deputy Economic Adviser Bouthaina Harfi, Head of Business France Jean-François Ambrosio, as well as Cultural Commissioner Thierry d’Anna.
During the two-day official visit, the delegation met with several institutions and relevant stakeholders to gain in-depth insights into Sarawak’s investment environment and strategic development priorities.
InvestSarawak stated in a press release that the talks mainly focused on strengthening Sarawak’s evolving role as a destination for sustainable and high-tech investment.
The statement said: “Discussions centered on Sarawak’s potential as an investment destination for high-tech industries, a potential supported by strong renewable energy resources, comprehensive industrial infrastructure, and investment-friendly policies.”
According to the release, the French delegation first visited the Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC), where they were hosted by Chairman Abdul Aziz Husain and General Manager Rakayah Bujang.
“They then also held a meeting with Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (PETROS), chaired by Hamid Bugo and accompanied by Senior Vice President Abang Arabi Abang Aimran.
“This visit aimed to explore cooperation opportunities in the oil and gas sector, including upstream and downstream activities, as well as carbon capture technology.”
In addition, the final stop of the visit was at InvestSarawak headquarters, where they were received by CEO Timothy Ong and AirBorneo Holdings Sdn Bhd consultant Bruno Navet.
Meanwhile, relevant Sarawak agencies also briefed the delegation on the state government's development agenda under the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy 2030 (PCDS 2030) framework.
The statement pointed out that the strategy emphasizes driving sustainable economic growth, developing renewable energy, and expanding the digital economy, in order to further strengthen Sarawak’s position as a competitive investment destination.
The delegation, led by the French Ambassador to Malaysia Marc Abensour, included Defense Attaché Stefan Stefancic, Deputy Economic Adviser Bouthaina Harfi, Head of Business France Jean-François Ambrosio, as well as Cultural Commissioner Thierry d’Anna.
During the two-day official visit, the delegation met with several institutions and relevant stakeholders to gain in-depth insights into Sarawak’s investment environment and strategic development priorities.
InvestSarawak stated in a press release that the talks mainly focused on strengthening Sarawak’s evolving role as a destination for sustainable and high-tech investment.
The statement said: “Discussions centered on Sarawak’s potential as an investment destination for high-tech industries, a potential supported by strong renewable energy resources, comprehensive industrial infrastructure, and investment-friendly policies.”
According to the release, the French delegation first visited the Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC), where they were hosted by Chairman Abdul Aziz Husain and General Manager Rakayah Bujang.
“This visit aimed to explore cooperation opportunities in the oil and gas sector, including upstream and downstream activities, as well as carbon capture technology.”
In addition, the final stop of the visit was at InvestSarawak headquarters, where they were received by CEO Timothy Ong and AirBorneo Holdings Sdn Bhd consultant Bruno Navet.
Meanwhile, relevant Sarawak agencies also briefed the delegation on the state government's development agenda under the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy 2030 (PCDS 2030) framework.
The statement pointed out that the strategy emphasizes driving sustainable economic growth, developing renewable energy, and expanding the digital economy, in order to further strengthen Sarawak’s position as a competitive investment destination.