Parti Bumi Kenyalang (PBK) welcomes efforts to expand educational and career opportunities for the people of Sarawak. However, the success of any Education Fair or Career Expo organised by the GPS Government should not be measured merely by attendance figures or publicity, but by whether it genuinely reaches and benefits all Sarawakians, particularly those living in rural and remote areas.

Sarawak is geographically vast, and many communities continue to face challenges relating to transportation, connectivity, and access to information. Students and job seekers from the interior often incur significant costs to travel to major urban centres where such events are commonly held. Unless specific measures are implemented to assist rural participants, there is a risk that the opportunities promoted at these expos will primarily benefit urban populations.

As a multiracial society comprising Malays, Chinese, Iban, Bidayuh, Orang Ulu, Melanau, and many other communities, Sarawak's diversity must be reflected in both the planning and delivery of government programmes. Information, guidance, and recruitment opportunities should be inclusive and accessible to all communities regardless of ethnicity, language background, or geographical location.

PBK is also concerned that career opportunities highlighted at such events may be concentrated in urban centres, potentially accelerating rural-to-urban migration. A meaningful career policy should include strategies to create sustainable employment and entrepreneurship opportunities within rural Sarawak, allowing young people to contribute to the development of their own communities.

Furthermore, career expos should not become one-off events focused on public relations. The government must demonstrate measurable outcomes, including the number of participants who successfully obtain scholarships, training placements, internships, or permanent employment as a result of these initiatives.

PBK believes that education and employment opportunities should be distributed fairly across Sarawak. No student or job seeker should be disadvantaged because of where they live or which community they come from. The government must ensure that development policies are inclusive, equitable, and focused on long-term results rather than short-term publicity.

Sarawak's future depends on empowering all its people, not just those who are easiest to reach.

Voon Lee Shan
PRESIDENT
Parti Bumi Kenyalang (PBK)
19 June 2026