Sarawak govt launches mobile app for cashless payment

Sarawak Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Dr Abang Johari Tun Openg (center) at the launching of Sarawak Pay. With him is Tan Sri Dr James Jemut Masing (right) dan Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah (left).

KUCHING: The state government has launched Sarawak Pay, a mobile app that allows cashless payment of bills and selected retailers in the state.

Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg said this was part of Sarawak's efforts to introduce a digital economy and prepare for the future.