SARAWAK is expected to export electricity of up to 1,000 megawatts (capping 1,000 megawatts) to Singapore by the year 2032. Minister of Utilities and Telecommunications Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi announced that the project has been approved by both the Malaysian and Singaporean governments. The project involves the installation of an
MUKAH’S economic landscape is set to diversify with a strong focus on sago and pineapple-based industries, paving the way for a more prosperous future for the region. Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the local community and authorities are looking forward to harnessing
KUCHING: Pullman Kuching lit its Christmas Tree yesterday, raising the curtain for a string of events in conjunction with the festive season. Its general manager Adrian Ng, announced its partnership with the Salvation Army through the Christmas Wishing Tree and Christmas Charity Market, reinforcing the hotel’s commitment to supporting the
KUCHING: The Sarawak Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (LPKP) has announced the full implementation of its Commercial Vehicle Licensing System (iSPKP) starting from November 17. The new iSPKP System promises to streamline licensing processes, offering a more efficient and user-friendly approach. This digital shift aims to minimise the need for physical
PARTI Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) is working towards a merger with Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) and is waiting for the green light from the top Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) leadership. PSB president Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh said his party is awaiting Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s
A TOTAL of 27 persons under supervision (OKP) were handled by the National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) in Simunjan as of October 2023. Deputy Minister of Women, Children, and Community Welfare Development Datuk Mohammad Razi Sitam said there is a one-stop committee to address drugs and substance abuse issues (OSC MIDS)
WATER supply for Meradong district will be improved with the current implementation of the water supply project under the Central Region 1 Work Order 6 (CR1 W06) Package. Deputy Minister for Utility and Telecommunication Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said that frequent water disruptions occurred mostly due to pipe damage
It is imperative that Sarawak regains its education autonomy and allocation as soon as possible to address school issues and establish its own education syllabus. Batu Kitang assemblyman Lo Khere Chiang said the federal Ministry of Education (MoE) is slow in releasing funds for dilapidated schools, with only 11 schools
THE Sarawak government plans to deliver 2,478 units of affordable housing throughout the state under the 12th Malaysian Plan (12MP). Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee said his ministry adopts the National Affordable Housing Policy for the implementation of low-cost housing development
THE enrolment rate in government preschools is 66.14 per cent which is 46,505 out of the total 70,305 preschool enrolment for 2023. Deputy Minister of Women, Childhood and Community Development Datuk Rosey Yunus said based on the data by Sarawak Education Department, 98.71 per cent of Year 1 children attending
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