Author: Natasha Jee

Dr Sim explains why lion dances allowed

KUCHING: Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) allowed lion dance performances during the first four days of Chinese New Year (CNY) and on Chap Goh Mei (Feb 15) after taking into consideration the low number of COVID-19 and recommendations of health experts. Its advisor Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said

Padungan lights up ahead of Chinese New Year

KUCHING: Hundreds of red lanterns and lights have been put up along the Padungan stretch as well as markets under the jurisdiction of Kuching City South Council (MBKS) ahead of the Chinese New Year (CNY) celebration. When night falls, these areas come alive in radiant splendour, creating an ambience synonymous

Dr Sim: Take extra care and have a safe Chinese New Year

KUCHING: With the Chinese New Year (CNY) just a week away, Sarawakians have been reminded to take extra care to ensure a safe celebration. Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said it was important to be vigilant in view of the presence of the Covid-19 variant Omicron.

No worries, I’m with Satok too: CM

KUCHING: Any lingering doubts about Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s obligation to further develop Satok were put to rest when he reaffirmed his commitment to bring development to his former constituency. The Chief Minister said although he was now the elected representative for Gedong, he would never forget Satok,

Invest Sarawak in pipeline to spur business

KUCHING: The Sarawak government will establish a new entity called Invest Sarawak to provide better experiences and convenience for investors who want to invest in the state. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the new entity will be headed by Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Amar

Policies to continue, thanks to confidence in govt

KUCHING: The Sarawak Government will carry on implementing its policies and initiatives for the benefit of Sarawakians. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the existing policies, initiatives and also assistance provided to the people during the Covid-19 pandemic would be continued. “What we can see

Private sector vital to economic growth, says CM

KUCHING: The chief minister has called on the private sector to work closely with the state government to ensure the state economy continues to thrive. Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said although the government had introduced many initiatives to spearhead new directions for the economy, the private

Six entrepreneurs honoured at awards event

KUCHING: Six entrepreneurs were honoured at the Sarawak State Entrepreneur Awards of the Year (EOYS) 2021 on Monday (Jan 25). Among the recipients was Ir John Yong Lock Ping who received the Emerging Entrepreneur award category while those who received the award for the Master Entrepreneur category were James Hii

Vote for GPS in GE15: DCM

Stronger voice in Parliament? KUCHING: If Sarawakians, the business community in particular, want a bigger voice in Parliament, there is a simple solution – give full backing to Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) in the 15th general election (GE15). The appeal came from Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali

CM’s wife checks on work progress at mosque

SIBU: Refurbishment work on one of the oldest mosques in Sarawak, the 160-year-old Al-Qadim Mosque, is expected to be completed during the fasting month this year. Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tun Tuanku Bujang, wife of Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, visited the mosque to