Federal Government committed to further developing Sarawak - PM Najib

Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said today the federal government is committed to further developing Sarawak, holding the proven track record of the Barisan Nasional having brought development to Sarawak, especially in the interior areas.

The Prime Minister said, citing an example, that Kapit was 'an island on Borneo Island' accessible only by water transport on the Rajang River but it could soon be reached by road when the Kapit-Song-Kanowit-Sibu Road is ready.

He also said that the 2,239-km Pan Borneo Highway connecting Sarawak to Sabah was a catalyst for comprehensive development in Sarawak.

"BN has not just made promises but has implemented development and brought changes in Sarawak, including in the interior," he said at a reception with Sarawak community chiefs at Seri Perdana here.

"I have approved about RM2 billion worth of projects for Sarawak since I became the prime minister. Furthermore, it is said that I have made more frequent visits to Sarawak than a former prime minister.