KUCHING: Sweden has shown keen interest in Sarawak’s green energy development, with its companies poised to enhance collaboration with the state government to drive the sector forward.
Sweden’s ambassador to Malaysia, Niklas Wiberg, said the potential for collaboration with Sarawak in this effort was discussed, considering that more than 100 Swedish companies have been established in Malaysia.
“The main reason is that we have more than 100 Swedish companies – major Swedish companies such as ABB, SKF, Volvo Trucks, Ericsson, Scania, Alfa Laval, Atlas Copco – all of which share one common goal: they invest heavily in the transition to green energy.
“They are ready to collaborate and further expand investments, thereby strengthening ties with Sarawak.
“So, that is what we discussed today – to accelerate this cooperation and move forward with joint projects with Sarawak,” he said.
He said this when met by reporters after paying a courtesy visit to the Premier, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, at Wisma Bapa Malaysia here today.
Niklas also said that among the matters discussed with Abang Johari were energy development from waste, biomass, and further exploration of the hydrogen industry, which he said is an important topic in this region.
“It is very important for us to involve Sarawak in this discussion so that we can identify potential areas and match them with the expertise we have, especially within our country’s business community,” he added.
Abang Johari also received two other courtesy visits – from Affin Bank Bhd Sarawak Banking Director, Victor Liew, and the Miri City Council delegation led by Mayor Adam Yii Siew Sang.
