KUCHING, Nov 1: Ba’kelalan has tremendous potential in the tourism sector, along with its unique cultural heritage, handicrafts, and local products, which is why development efforts must continue to ensure people can enjoy better facilities and opportunities.

According to the federal Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Dato Sri Tiong King Sing, he said this after attending the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) Ba’kelalan Division Unity Dinner, where he met and spent time with the community on Saturday (Oct 31).

“I was informed that road conditions and infrastructure development in Ba’kelalan have improved compared to my visit in 2021. This progress is encouraging. However, development efforts must continue to ensure people can enjoy better facilities and opportunities.