Gardenia is planning a RM30 million factory in Sarawak, with the state government saying it reflects stronger investor confidence here.

The update came after a memorandum of understanding involving Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Berhad and Sanjung Etika Sdn Bhd. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the investment points to Sarawak's skilled workforce, stable governance and improving infrastructure.

Dr Sim said KTC had noted that 32.5% of its workforce are Sarawakians, something he linked to the quality of local talent.

Why it matters

The planned Gardenia factory is not just another commercial project. Dr Sim described it as a strategic investment that can help keep essential supplies from being too dependent on outside sources.

He also said the Sarawak government will facilitate the approval process through the State Planning Authority and relevant local authorities once the required submissions are made.

Also present at the signing were Kuching South mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng, KTC executive director Datuk Dexter Lau, KTC managing director Datuk Lau Kok Sing, and Sanjung Etika board members Datu Dr Hatta Solhi and Jolly Marikan.

Location: Sarawak / Kuching
Details: RM30 million Gardenia factory MoU, investor confidence, local workforce and approval process

Source: The Borneo Post

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