Rural Sarawak to get high-speed broadband with nation’s first MOCN tower


A file photo of Abang Johari. The commissioning of the tower was launched by Sarawak’s Chief Minister recently to enable folks in the rural area to enjoy 3G and 4G network coverage, SMA said in a statement. — Bernama

KUCHING: Residents of Luban Ulu in Sarawak’s Betong, a rural settlement located about 270km from Kuching, can now enjoy a rich Internet experience following the commissioning of a Sarawak Multimedia Authority (SMA) Rural Telecommunication (SMART) tower in the area.

The commissioning of the tower was launched by Sarawak Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg recently to enable folks in the rural area to enjoy 3G and 4G network coverage, SMA said in a statement today.

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