PANTU, Nov 15: The Sarawak government has allocated RM5 million for site preparation works for the construction of an Integrated Administrative Centre (IAC) as part of efforts to drive development and strengthen government service delivery in the area.

In a Sarawak Public Communication Unit (Ukas) report, Sarawak Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Datuk Snowdan Lawan said the site for the administrative centre has been identified, covering 50 acres near Kampung Sungai Merah.

“Once construction begins, the facility will indirectly help drive development in Pantu District through comprehensive planning, phased implementation, and close cooperation between the government and residents,” he said when officiating at the 17th edition of Pesta Pantu 2026 at Panggau Pantu on Saturday (Nov 14).