Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed the Madani Government’s commitment to equitable and sustained development for Sabah and Sarawak, prioritizing enhanced educational opportunities, healthcare access, and basic infrastructure improvements during the Kaamatan and Gawai celebrations. He described these festivals as rooted in local traditions, symbolizing togetherness and gratitude for the land’s bounty. "May these celebrations bring prosperity, blessings and further strengthen the spirit of consensus and unity that forms the foundation of harmony in our beloved Malaysia," Anwar said [1, 2].
Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Sarawak, stressed the urgent need to promote STEM and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) for the Bumiputera community to reduce economic gaps and improve workforce competitiveness. He warned against pursuing easier college courses with limited market value, which risk leaving Bumiputera graduates behind in high-value job markets. "Such efforts are vital to ensure our children choose educational pathways that meet current demands. Although challenging, they will guarantee a brighter and more competitive future," Wan Junaidi said, calling on community leaders and parents to encourage these fields despite challenges [3].
Wan Junaidi also emphasized the preservation of the Dayak community’s cultural values and customs as key to their identity, while advocating economic and technological skill development to reach Sarawak’s goal of becoming a developed, high-income state by 2030 [3].
Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg outlined plans to build local expertise in aerospace, satellite technology, data analytics, and future communications. He highlighted ambitions to launch a CubeSat-based nanosatellite by 2030. "These Low Earth Orbit satellites will support real-time geolocation services, forestry monitoring, maritime surveillance, disaster management, and Earth observation capabilities," he said. The Kuching Artificial Intelligence Data Campus, spanning approximately 405 hectares, is underway to boost Sarawak’s digital ecosystem and attract global investments. He also announced the Autonomous Rapid Transit system, a hydrogen-powered urban transport project integrating renewable energy and AI, aiming to start operations in Q4 2026 [4].
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek urged parents and the community to support the Malaysian Education Blueprint 2026-2035, especially the rollout of new preschool and school curricula starting next year. The new preschool curriculum has begun, emphasizing parental involvement through reading sessions. She announced an allocation of RM280,000 to upgrade teachers’ rooms in 13 Melaka schools, noting Melaka must build on its strong SPM exam results to strengthen its education system. "All of this will only be successful with the strong commitment and support from all parties, including parents and the wider community," Fadhlina said [5, 6].
