Abang Johari says 70% of Sarawak budget will be used to develop rural areas

KUCHING: The Sarawak government will continue to improve public infrastructure in rural areas to bridge the gap with urban areas, says Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.

The Premier said this was the focus of Sarawak's holistic development programme, with 70% of the state budget allocated to rural areas.