Sarawak to promote agrotourism in the state, says Abang Jo


Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah (third right) and state Food Industry, Commodity And Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi (third left) looking at local crafts on display at the Sarawak Agrotourism Conference and Expo in Kuching. - ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/The Star

KUCHING: Sarawak aims to increase farmers' income and alleviate poverty by diversifying their income streams through agrotourism and exploring related business opportunities, says Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.

He said agrotourism played a significant role in the Sarawak post-Covid-19 development strategy (PCDS 2030), which focused on social inclusivity and driving economic and social benefits for all Sarawakians.

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