Chong tells state govt to focus on 13MP’s proposed RM100 mln KIA expansion, ditch new mega project

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Sarawak's government is urged to prioritize expanding the current Kuching International Airport (KIA) instead of building a new one. MP Chong Chieng Jen highlighted a proposed RM100 million allocation for KIA's expansion under the 13th Malaysia Plan, increasing its capacity from 5 million to 8 million passengers annually. While funding isn't a major obstacle, the state government's focus on a new airport at Tanjung Embang might hinder the existing KIA's expansion. Chong advocates for the more cost-effective and immediate solution of expanding KIA, which would suffice for the next 15-20 years, rather than the significantly more expensive new airport project.