Memorandum of Understanding Signing Between JKR Sarawak and UTS
Posted on 06 Dec 2024
Source of News: Corporate Communication Branch
Jabatan Kerja Raya (JKR) Sarawak and University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today, marking a significant step in fostering collaboration between academia and industry. The signing ceremony, held during an official visit by the Director of JKR Sarawak, reflects both organisations shared commitment to advancing human capital development, academic excellence, and innovative research.
The MoU aims to establish cooperation in areas such as student internships, staff and student exchanges, joint research projects, and workforce development programmes. Both parties will also explore consulting opportunities and resource-sharing for project implementation. During his speech, the Director of JKR Sarawak highlighted the department's dedication to ensuring the successful implementation of the MoU objectives. He emphasised the importance of collaboration in producing skilled graduates and driving innovation to benefit Sarawak’s development.

As part of the visit, the Director and his delegation toured the UTS campus to gain insights into its infrastructure and research capabilities. The delegation also visited the UTS Smart Home and attended a briefing by final-year students on their innovative research projects, showcasing the university’s focus on real-world solutions. The MoU signing signifies a strong partnership between UTS and JKR Sarawak, aimed at creating impactful academic and industrial collaboration for the future of Sarawak.