KUCHING, Oct 20 — Sarawak is intensifying preparations to co-host the 2027 SEA Games from September 18 to 29 next year, with promotional activities set to continue across the state, the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly was told today.

Sarawak Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the promotional activities include a torch run covering all 12 divisions in the state.

He said the initiative would extend the excitement of the Games beyond Kuching and provide communities across the state with an opportunity to be part of the historic event.

“On September 18 this year, Sarawak marked the one-year countdown to SEA Games 2027 with a special ceremony to mark key milestones in our preparations.