Chief Minister YAB Datuk Patinggi (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg commended the Royal Malaysian Customs Department Sarawak for its “active role in promoting and fostering economic prosperity in Sarawak.”
“In our quest towards transforming Sarawak into a digital economy I sincerely hope that the Department will continue to support us with its various services,” he said in his speech read by Minister of International Trade & E-Commerce and Second Minister of Finance YB Dato Sri Wong Soon Koh during the department’s Appreciation Night 2017 at a hotel in Kuching on 4th December 2017.
He also expressed his gratitude to the private sector and its continuous collaboration with Customs Department Sarawak in tackling trade and commerce-related issues that could hinder Sarawak’s economic development.
Meanwhile, the event was organised by the Senior Officer of Royal Malaysian Customs Association Sarawak in collaboration with the Royal Malaysian Customs Department Sarawak.
It aimed to give appreciation to the department’s customers, as well as foster good relations with the industry, especially in Sarawak.
The highlight of the evening was the appreciation awards presented to the department’s customers under 12 categories. The recipients are as follow:
Highest Import Duty Contributor:
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Association of Malay Importers and Traders of Motor Vehicles Malaysia (PEKEMA) Sarawak
Best Logistical Hub for Import & Export:
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Bintulu Port Sdn Bhd
Highest Tourism Tax Contributor:
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Hotel Imperial, Miri
Highest GST Contributor:
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IT: Bytechnologies Sdn Bhd
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Construction: Lebuhraya Borneo Utara Sdn Bhd
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Plantation: Golden Palm Harvest Sdn Bhd
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Engineering Construction: Murum Hydro Power Generation Sdn Bhd
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Agriculture: Sarawak Land Consolidation and Rehabilitation Authority (SALCRA)
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City Hall: Miri City Council
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Shipping: Harbour-Link Marine Services Sdn Bhd
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Engineering Services: Dayang Enterprise Sdn Bhd
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Utility: Syarikat SESCO Berhad
