UK Trade Envoy visits Kuching, praises Sarawak's cultural tourism potential
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UK Trade Envoy to ASEAN Naz Shah visited Kuching and toured the Borneo Cultures Museum, saying Sarawak has "significant potential" as an international cultural tourism destination.
During her visit on Tuesday, Shah was accompanied by Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Snowdan Lawan, Sarawak Artificial Intelligence Centre CEO Prof Dr Patrick Then, and museum curator Yasmin Khalid Nicholls.
UK reaffirms commitment to Sarawak
Shah said the UK remains committed to strengthening strategic cooperation with Malaysia, particularly Sarawak, and countries across the ASEAN region in trade, investment and tourism.
"This has been an incredibly meaningful experience, and I want to share it with people in the UK so that more people can learn about and appreciate what Sarawak has to offer," she said.
World-class museum
She described the Borneo Cultures Museum (BCM) as a "world-class institution" that successfully showcases the cultural richness of Sarawak and Borneo to both local and international audiences.
"What is displayed here is remarkable and provides a deeper understanding of the people and heritage of Sarawak," she added.
Location: Borneo Cultures Museum, Kuching
Details: UK reaffirms commitment to deepening ties with Sarawak in trade, investment and tourism
Source: Borneo Post OnlineWhat do you think of Sarawak's growing international profile?
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