The Sarawak Budget 2026 Conference will bring together policymakers and experts to deliberate on fiscal policy, economic priorities and the state’s long-term development direction.
KUCHING: The Sarawak Budget 2026 Conference will take place on December 16 and 17 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching.
According to the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), the event will bring together policymakers, industry players and experts to deliberate on fiscal policy, economic priorities and the state’s long-term development direction.
A key highlight is a special session titled “A Moment with the Premier of Sarawak,” featuring Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.
He will outline the aspirations, priorities and fiscal direction for the Sarawak Budget 2026.
Day one will feature discussions on Malaysia-Sarawak fiscal alignment and the 13th Malaysia Plan.
It will also cover Sarawak’s transition towards a green economy and include a special session with Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof and Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
Day two will examine the country’s evolving tax landscape through a forum on e-invoicing and the revision of the Sales and Services Tax.
It will also feature sessions on digital adoption strategies for SMEs and Malaysia’s response to global trade uncertainties.
The Premier will return for a second session focusing on Sarawak’s budget aspirations.
Ukas said the state budget is themed “Empowering People, Advancing Prosperity, Building a Resilient Future”.
It reflects Sarawak’s commitment to inclusive growth and economic transformation in line with the Malaysia Madani economic framework.
The two-day programme is organised in collaboration with the Sarawak Centre of Performance Excellence Sdn Bhd (SCOPE).
The Leadership Institute of Sarawak Civil Service and SALIHIN Academy are also partners.
The conference will see the launch of the “Doing Business in Sarawak” publication.
This provides insights into investment opportunities and the state’s economic ecosystem.
Registration is now open, with inquiries directed to SCOPE.
