Semop, Beruit, 5 May 2025 – A total of 68 participants of the Fishermen Resettlement Programme signed their offer letters today during a brief ceremony held in Semop this morning.

This programme is a strategic collaboration between the Sarawak Government and the Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority (LKIM), aimed at improving the living standards of locals by providing more comfortable and livable housing. In total, the programme benefits 300 local fishermen families.

Under this initiative, each successful participant can purchase an Affordable Home at a low price. In addition, they receive a Housing Deposit and Repayment Assistance Scheme (HDRAS) amounting to RM10,000 to ease the initial financial burden. Participants can also apply for an interest-free soft loan through Mutiara Mortgage and Credit.

“This initiative reflects the government’s commitment to empowering the fishing community through the provision of sustainable basic facilities and inclusive financial support,” said Mr. Konsil Genam, a representative from the Ministry of Public Health, Housing and Local Government, who attended the event.