Johari: Projects carefully scrutinised

Great idea: Unimas Applied and Creative Arts Faculty deputy dean Assoc Prof Dr KhairulAidil Azlin Abdul Rahman (right) showing Abang Johari (second right) a soundproof panelmade from sago waste at an exhibition in conjunction with the conference. Looking on(from left) are Unimas deputy vice-chancellor Prof Dr Khairuddin Abdul Hamid andMalaysia Design Council member Mohd Azali Abdul Rahim.

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Housing projects in Sarawak are assessed by the state planning authority for their environmental and social impact before approval, Housing Minister Datuk Abang Johari Tun Abang Openg said.