KUCHING, Oct 20: Sarawak’s business events sector is projected to contribute RM641.5 million to the economy from 153 events secured this year, exceeding the annual economic impact target by 59 per cent.
Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak (MTCP) Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the 153 events secured by Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak) had surpassed its annual target of 140, while the projected economic impact was above the RM403.5 million target.
“The events are expected to attract 66,625 delegates, exceeding the annual target of 49,207 by 35 per cent. They are also projected to generate RM33.6 million in tax revenue, 39 per cent above the RM24.2 million target,” he said during his ministerial winding-up speech at the State Legislative Assembly (DUS) complex today.
