Sarawak’s Premier, Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, has firmly stated that the state will not introduce its currency and will continue using the Malaysian Ringgit (RM). He dismissed Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi’s suggestion of a separate currency for Sarawak as a personal opinion. Abang Johari emphasized that the use of a distinct currency was a complex issue requiring in-depth research. He made this declaration while officiating the Sarawak 2023 National Anti-Scam Tour, reaffirming the state’s commitment to the Malaysian currency. Nanta Linggi had hinted at the possibility of Sarawak introducing its currency due to economic uncertainties.
Sarawak’s Premier, Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, has made it clear that the state will not introduce its currency and will continue using the Malaysian Ringgit (RM). He dismissed Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi’s suggestion of a separate currency for Sarawak as a personal opinion. Abang Johari emphasized that the use of a distinct currency was a complex issue requiring in-depth research. He made this declaration while officiating the Sarawak 2023 National Anti-Scam Tour, reaffirming the state’s commitment to the Malaysian currency. Nanta Linggi had hinted at the possibility of Sarawak introducing its currency due to economic uncertainties.
Sarawak’s Premier, Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, has made it clear that the state will not introduce its currency and will continue using the Malaysian Ringgit (RM). He dismissed Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi’s suggestion of a separate currency for Sarawak as a personal opinion. Abang Johari emphasized that the use of a distinct currency was a complex issue requiring in-depth research. He made this declaration while officiating the Sarawak 2023 National Anti-Scam Tour, reaffirming the state’s commitment to the Malaysian currency. Nanta Linggi had hinted at the possibility of Sarawak introducing its currency due to economic uncertainties.