Sarawak Future Forum set for Oct 10

KUCHING: The Sarawak Future Forum 2024 will be held at Sheraton Kuching Hotel on Oct 10.

The forum, organised by Sarawak Centre of Performance Excellence (SCOPE) and Leadership Institute of Sarawak Civil Service (LISCS), will feature global leaders discussing sustainable economic development.

Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg will officiate at the event and deliver the opening keynote, highlighting Sarawak’s role in balancing economic growth with sustainability.

“Sarawak is a region rich in natural resources and cultural heritage, and we aim to showcase how regions like ours can lead in sustainable development,” he said.

Meanwhile, key speakers of the forum include Nobel prize-winning economist Professor Joseph Stiglitz, who will discuss moving beyond Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as a measure of success, and Marga Hoek, a leading expert on sustainable business.

The forum will also feature Malaysian artist Red Hong Yi, known for her impactful mixed-media installations.

The Sarawak Future Forum aims to foster dialogue on balancing economic growth with sustainability and social equity.

For more details and registration, visit www.sarawakfutureforum.com.