Sarawak mulls dedicated undersea cable projects


“We are now discussing with the federal government," says Abang Johari. — Bernama

PETALING JAYA: Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg says the development of two dedicated undersea cables to Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore to channel its hydropower energy is under discussion in a move to amplify the use of renewable energy.

“We are now discussing with the federal government, but first is the question of whether we have the excess energy.

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