KUCHING, Oct 14: Road infrastructure needs and a proposed Short Take-Off and Landing (STOL) port were among the development needs Orang Ulu leaders discussed with Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg during a courtesy call today.
The delegation comprised leaders of the Federation of Orang Ulu Associations Sarawak (FORUM) and the Kedaya Telang Usan Development Committee (JPKTU). It was led by Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Labour, Immigration and Project Monitoring) Datuk Gerawat Gala, who is also Mulu assemblyman.
According to a Sarawak Public Communications Unit (UKAS) report, Gerawat said the delegation put forth local development needs to the Premier, including road infrastructure and the STOLport proposal. He also expressed appreciation to the Sarawak Premier for sharing his insights and guidance with FORUM leaders, as well as attending community leaders and village chiefs.
