Sarawak to conduct study to improve to state's drainage system, says Abang Johari


Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg (second left) chatting with flood victims at SJKC Chung Hua Batu Kawa in Kuching. - ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/The Star

KUCHING: Sarawak will carry out a study to improve the drainage system throughout the state, particularly in flood-prone areas, to reduce the occurrence of floods.

Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the study will be based on the best practices and systems used in countries like the Netherlands, which are effective in managing floods.

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