This endeavour aligns with the objectives outlined in the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, which intends to empower the people of Sarawak with the necessary skills to access higher-paying job opportunities and boost their income levels.
The establishment of the Tok Nan Research Chair led to it introducing a series of initiatives including providing scholarships to Sarawakian students to enable them to continue their education to from Diploma level to Doctorate (PhD).