KUCHING, Oct 25: Plans to upgrade Sematan to a full district will also depend on the planning of its local elected representative, says Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.
He said population growth was among the key factors considered in determining whether an area qualified for district or sub-district status.
“The basis is population. If there is an increase in population, there are criteria that must be met for district or sub-district status,” he told reporters after flagging off the Rimbun International Sematan Run 2026 here today, as reported by TVS.
On the possibility of Sematan being upgraded to a full district, Abang Johari said the matter also involved planning by the local elected representative.
