Speeding up growth of biomedical industry Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg added that the new research centre would pave the way to research excellence in Sarawak, leading to a vibrant bio-economy capitalising on the diverse cultures and natural resources. Minister hopes Borneo Culture Museum to officially open this year Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah has expressed his hope for the long-awaited Borneo Culture Museum to officially open within this year. The Borneo Culture Museum, which is a part of the grand Sarawak Museum Complex, is touted to be the second largest of its kind in Southeast Asia. Research team explores potential tourist spots in Bau There are many potential places of tourist interest in Bau that be developed along with existing tourist spots to turn the district into a premier ‘Eco and Cultural Heritage’ tourist destination in Sarawak. Towards precision agriculture training and testbeds The Palm and Agriculture Academy as well as Oil and Gas Academy have been established at the newly completed Centre of Technical Excellence Sarawak (Centexs) Mukah at KM7, Jalan Mukah-Oya. Towards a brighter and secure future The Sarawak Research Development Council (SRDC) inked a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with five organisations to collaborate in the areas of biomedical sciences and human capital development. Sarawak in discussions with Aussie conglomerate on large-scale green hydrogen project Sarawak is in discussions with an Australian conglomerate on a potential large-scale green hydrogen project in the state, said the Ministry of International Trade and Industry, Industrial Terminal and Entrepreneur Development.