# Sarawak Launches Global Supply Chain Programme

The Sarawak government has launched the Sarawak Global Supply Chain and Sourcing Programme 2026, led by the Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Investment Sarawak (MINTRED) and the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA). This initiative aims to strengthen local industry linkages by connecting Sarawak-based companies with multinational corporations and investors. It focuses on enhancing local participation, technology transfer, and skills development in strategic sectors including advanced manufacturing, green energy, and artificial intelligence. Procurement professionals and contractors should note the program's emphasis on creating new sourcing and partnership opportunities that integrate local enterprises into regional and global supply chains.

- The programme targets increased procurement opportunities for Sarawak companies by facilitating partnerships with multinational investors.
- Strategic sectors prioritized include advanced manufacturing, green energy, and AI, indicating areas of potential contract growth.
- Local firms are encouraged to enhance capabilities to meet global supply chain standards, suggesting a demand for technology transfer and skills development services.
- Procurement planners should consider engagement with MINTRED and MIDA to align with the programme's objectives and leverage emerging sourcing opportunities in Sarawak.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Information Technology
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles, Artificial Intelligence
**Published:** September 29, 2026

### Government Entities
- Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Investment Sarawak (MINTRED)
- Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)

### Key Quotes
> We want to see more Sarawak companies become suppliers and partners to these investors, strengthen their capabilities, and ultimately position themselves to participate in regional and global supply chains.
> — Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid, Chief Executive Officer, MIDA

> The state is moving beyond simply attracting investment towards ensuring projects create stronger local participation, technology transfer, skills development and integration into global supply chains.
> — Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, Deputy Premier, Sarawak Government

### Sources
- [The programme brings together investors, government agencies and local enterprises to explore sourcing, procurement and partnership opportunities. https://t.co/DLPeM3PaUO](https://x.com/BusinessTodayM1/status/2104863435590869276) - twitter-fed-procurement