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MA63 should have staged since 1963

KUCHING: The implementation of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) should have been carried out in stages over the past 60 years. Senate president Tan Sri Dr. Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said the delay has slowed Sarawak and Sabah’s economic growth. If action began in 1963, Sarawak and Sabah would’ve seen

How the ISA silenced Sarawak and Sabah

KUCHING: The Internal Security Act 1960 (ISA) was like a dark cloud over Sarawak and Sabah’s aspirations. Senate president Tan Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said the ISA played a significant role in Sarawak and Sabah’s fight for their Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) rights. He said that people who

Malaysia was the right decision: Wan Junaidi

KUCHING: Senate President Tan Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar firmly believes the decision to form Malaysia, with the participation of Sarawak and Sabah, was the right one. He said it was not just about security but also economic progress and overall well-being, making the case for Sarawak prospering as

MoE to launch guidelines addressing bullying and sexual harassment

KUCHING: The Education Ministry (MoE) is preparing to introduce two vital guidelines addressing bullying and sexual harassment in the near future. Its Minister Fadhlina Sidek underscored the importance of these guidelines, citing recent incidents of bullying, social crimes, and escalating racial tensions within educational institutions, which are now considered as

A beacon of hope in nation-building

Pertubuhan Pembangunan Insan Sarawak (PPIS), under the visionary leadership of President Manjeet Kaur Sidhu, stands as a shining example of dedication to nation-building in Sarawak. PPIS’ journey began with a commitment to addressing socio-economic disparities and fostering inclusivity in the region. Its motivation is grounded in the belief that every

Siniawan Country Music Festival returns on Oct 6,7

BAU: The much-anticipated Siniawan Country Music Festival is set to return on October 6 and 7 in the charming Siniawan Heritage Town. Entrance is free, promising a weekend of music, delectable food and lots of beer. Serembu assemblyman Miro Simuh said the festival would feature a line-up of approximately nine

Dinosaur Exhibition 2.0 takes centre stage in Kuching

KUCHING: The city is buzzing with excitement as the highly anticipated “Dinosaur Exhibition 2.0: Journey Through the Jurassic Era” takes centre stage. Located in the picturesque Kuching South City Council (MBKS) New Norm Park Kuching, this exhibition aims to vividly bring the Jurassic era to life while providing both education

Regatta Lingga set for Dec 8 to 10

LINGGA: The Regatta Lingga 2023 promises to be an exciting spectacle as it gears up to take place from Dec 8 to 10 along the picturesque Lingga River. This eagerly anticipated event was officially announced during a preparation meeting chaired by Lingga District Officer Frank Lani, who is also the

Inaugural drumming seminar sheds light on cultural riches

KUCHING: As part of the ‘Festival 60 Tahun Sarawak Maju Makmur,’ a celebration of Sarawak’s progress and culture, a unique event took centre stage: the inaugural Drumming Seminar. This seminar was a collaborative effort between the Sarawak branch of the National Department for Culture and Arts (JKKN), the Dewan Bahasa