Author: Harry Henry Julin

A year of positive GPS-PH collaboration

THE unexpected decision of Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) chairman Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg to cooperate with political opponent Pakatan Harapan (PH) in forming the new federal government after the 15th general election in November last year has yielded surprising and fruitful results.  Over the course of

Solitude’s Path to Self-Discovery

‘I think it’s very healthy to spend time alone. You need to know how to be alone and not be defined by another person.’ – Oscar Wilde (1854-1900); an Irish poet, playwright, novelist, and essayist known for his wit, flamboyant personality, and sharp social commentary. Reflecting on my life now,

Heaven among the flowers

‘Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, and penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.’ – Maya Angelou (1928-2014); an American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist who in 2011 received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honour in the United States. Allow

Symphony of the wind

‘In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.’ – John Muir (1838-1914); a Scottish-American naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, and often referred to as the ‘Father of the National Parks’. for his instrumental role in the establishment of Yosemite National Park, USA. A strong wind blew, and

Dayak defined and redefined

‘Identity is not singular but plural – identities are conflicting, multiple, and intersecting.’ – Stuart Hall (1932-2014); a Jamaican-born British cultural theorist, sociologist, and public intellectual The Iban-English Dictionary by Anthony Richard, on page 70, defines ‘DAYAK’ (formerly ‘Dyak’) as ‘upcountry’ or ‘inland’. In Kalimantan, the Dutch, the former colonizers,

A tale of restoration

‘The charm of fishing is that it is the pursuit of what is elusive but attainable, a perpetual series of occasions for hope.’ – John Buchan (1875-1940); a Scottish novelist, historian, and politician best known for his adventure and spy novels. In remote areas where access to markets and alternative

The Bowing Mountain

‘Love recognises no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.’ – Maya Angelou (1928-2014); an American poet, author, actress, and civil rights activist best known for her autobiographical work, ‘I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings’. “There’s no such thing!” I

Unleashing economic power for a better future

Let’s talk about Sarawak and its incredible potential to boost its economy. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg just spoke about doubling Sarawak’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) from RM140 billion in 2022 to an impressive RM282 billion by 2030. Sounds like a big goal, right? But hold

The whistling rocks

‘Curiosity will conquer fear even more than bravery will.’ – James Stephens (1880-1950); an Irish novelist and poet known for his contributions to and involvement in the Irish literary revival of the early 20th century. His most famous novel is ‘The Crock of Gold’ (1912). When we were children, we

The flying roof

‘After every storm, there is a rainbow. If you have eyes, you will find it. If you have wisdom, you will create it. If you have love for yourself and others, you won’t need it. – Shannon L. Alder; a contemporary author whose writings often explore themes of self-discovery, personal