(Kuching, 13th) In light of recent floods affecting Niah National Park and other regions, the Sarawak state government has emphasized that the safety and comfort of tourists remain a top priority.
Datuk Len Talif Salleh, Sarawak Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment, said the relevant departments will continue to monitor affected areas to ensure the safety and integrity of tourist sites, including Niah National Park, and to prevent damage to existing facilities.
"We will closely monitor developments to ensure that no issues arise for tourists and to protect the facilities in the area," Len Talif said in an interview after attending the "Sustainable Development, Green Earth 2025" event held at Darul Hana Darul Hikmah Mosque.
He added that this flood is not an isolated incident, as similar situations are occurring globally, and reminded all parties about the importance of environmental protection. He called on the public to reduce deforestation, control logging activities, and actively participate in tree planting in order to avoid greater societal problems in the future.
Len Talif emphasized: "Although there has been flooding in Sarawak, the situation is still under control and is only an isolated case. In the long term, everyone needs to recognize their responsibilities in environmental management and the proper use of resources."
He also pointed out that this flood will not affect Niah National Park's World Heritage status with UNESCO.