Abang Johari speaking during the opening ceremony of Sukma 2024 at the Sarawak Stadium in Kuching on Aug 17, 2024.

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By DayakDaily Team

KUCHING, Aug 17: Sarawak is all set to co-host the Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) 2027 with Malaysia, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg

He said this in his speech during the opening ceremony of the 21st Malaysia Games (Sukma) 2024, streamed live via the Sarawak Public Communication Unit (Ukas) YouTube page tonight.

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On Sukma, Abang Johari said as the biggest sporting event in the country, it also serves as a platform for the younger generation to be exposed to various traditions, cultures, and ethnicities in the country, especially in Sarawak.

According to him, that is the reason why this year’s Sukma has its sports events being held in nine divisions throughout the State.

“Apart from that, the organisation of Sukma also benefit the local economy, particularly for those in the service sectors,” he added. — DayakDaily