Sarawak to set up centre to develop expertise to deal with disease outbreaks

Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg (centre) being briefed on the Sarawak Infectious Disease Centre at the earth-breaking ceremony in Kota Samarahan.

KUCHING: Sarawak aims to develop its own capabilities and expertise to prepare for future pandemics by setting up a dedicated infectious disease centre.

Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg said the centre would focus on research, development and commercialisation of products and services to combat communicable diseases.