SIBU (June 20): Sibu’s first Petros Multifuel Station was launched at Brooke Drive today.

Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang officiated at the station run by Emparia Sdn Bhd.

“As many of you know, we are on a journey to make Sarawak a developed state by year 2030. That’s not just a slogan, it’s a real vision. And to make that happen, we need strong support from small and medium enterprises (SMEs),” he said.

“SMEs are the heart of our economy. You create jobs, keep the local economy moving, and help bring development to every corner of Sarawak including places like Sibu, Kapit, and Mukah, not just big cities like Kuching and Miri.”

Delving on Petros, the Pelawan assemblyman said the new station is part of a bigger story about how Sarawak is starting to stand tall, taking charge of the state’s own oil and gas resources.

“Petros, as many of you know, was set up not just to do business, but to protect our Sarawak rights.  Sarawak has always had special powers under the Federal Constitution and the Malaysia Agreement 1963.

“And we are using those powers wisely for the interests and benefit of all Anak Sarawak. Thanks to the leadership of our Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and Sarawak government, Sarawak now has stronger control over our oil and gas industry. That means we can decide what’s best for us, make sure more value stays in the state, and more importantly – give more opportunities to our own people,” added Tiang.