Author: Alexandra Lorna

Contributors to progress receive awards

KUCHING: A total of 51 individuals who had contributed to Sarawak’s progress were awarded commemorative medals during the Diamond Jubilee Commemorative Medal presentation ceremony here today. The presentation of medals was held in conjunction with the celebration of the 60th anniversary independence of Sarawak. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang

Segulai Sejalai: Slogan aligns with PM’s efforts to unify Malaysians

During the Gawai Dayak celebration in Kuching on June 7, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced the adoption of the Iban phrase ‘Segulai Sejalai’ as the national unity slogan. The phrase, which means ‘Together in Unity’, carries a deep meaning and resonates with the spirit of unity and cooperation.

Sarawak entrepreneurs urged to participate in awards  

KUCHING: Sarawak small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and business owners are strongly encouraged to participate in the upcoming Platinum Business Awards (PBA) 2023. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said many SMEs from Sarawak were successfully recognised and have been the recipients of the PBA previously. “Therefore,

Increase capability to progress along with state’s development

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The people of Sarawak are called upon to uplift their capability to a higher level so that they can move along with the state government in its efforts to achieve progress. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said it is crucial

Abd Karim: Fact-finding vital to avoid unwanted issues

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Every organisation that runs any event is urged to do fact-finding first before appointing any event management company. Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said that the reason for doing so is to avoid any problems occurring after the event, especially overshoot

Promoting Song District through Safari

SONG: Kapit MP Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has suggested that the Safari Baleh Kapit 2023 event in Sungai Tekalit could serve as a platform to promote the Song district. According to Nanta, the organising committee hopes to attract more participants from other districts in the next edition of the

Unregistered health products threaten consumers

KUCHING: It’s really important to let people know about the dangers of unregistered health products, so they can make informed choices and keep themselves and their loved ones safe. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said that it is timely for the Aram Berambeh Farmasi 2023 programme to

Unique Sarawak Edition Rolex Daytona

KUCHING: The Rolex Daytona: Sarawak Limited Edition watch is now available, and it’s the only one of its kind. According to AET REMOULD’s official website, the brand has introduced a new watch in their national series called Sarawak. This watch is inspired by Sarawak, which is located in eastern Malaysia,

Kuching proposed to host International Water Conference in 2028

KUCHING: Kuching has been identified by the Malaysia Water Association (MWA) as the proposed host for the International Water Conference (IWC) in 2028, to be presented to the International Water Association (IWA). Datuk Julaihi Narawi revealed that the IWA delegation, led by IWA executive director Dr Kalanithy Vairavamoorthy, conducted a

Moving towards zero carbon emissions earlier

KUCHING: Sarawak has the potential to achieve the goal of zero carbon emissions earlier, said Deputy Minister of Utility and Telecommunication II (Utility) Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi. He said by achieving it earlier, it will then make Sarawak the first state in Malaysia to have done so. “This is