KUCHING, Nov 14: Sarawak is seeking strategic cooperation with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to develop its natural gas resources and expand the production of higher-value downstream products.

In a Sarawak Public Communication Unit (Ukas) report, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Sarawak’s substantial natural gas reserves presented opportunities for strategic cooperation with the UAE, particularly in developing gas-based industries.

He emphasised that natural gas could be utilised not only as an energy source but also as a raw material for producing various industrial products with strong demand in international markets.

“We still have a lot of gas in Sarawak, and what needs to be done is to explore that resource, and this is where we can cooperate with our friends from the UAE.