KUCHING, May 4 -- Sarawak is charting a new economic direction centred on artificial intelligence (AI), hydrogen, and semiconductors as it positions itself for a more sustainable and competitive future in line with global technological changes, said the Premier.

Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg said the strategic shift is part of the state's long-term development framework under the Post Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, formulated following major disruptions including the Covid-19 pandemic and changes in the national political landscape.

"After Covid-19, our economy was affected. So, we need to rise again and determine a new direction.

"We gathered leaders, the corporate sector and non-governmental organisations to discuss what nee...