KUCHING: Serian MP Datuk Seri Richard Riot extended his condolences to the families of those who perished in a helicopter crash at the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) base in Lumut, Perak today. Among the casualties was Joanna Felicia Rohna, a 24-year-old from his constituency and one of the ten RMN
KUCHING: Sarawak is working towards adapting bioenergy technologies to enhance its renewable energy generation capability. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the Drax facility in the United Kingdom (UK) had successfully transitioned from coal to biomass as a source of energy and serves as a model
KUCHING: The unity government’s decision to consider allocating funds to opposition representatives is being hailed as a ‘win-win’ scenario beneficial for both parties involved. Political analyst Professor Dr Novel Lyndon said this move is seen as highly significant; because the recipients of these allocations would eventually be the people regardless
KUCHING: Malaysia Airlines will be cancelling 19 flights to and from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Sabah and Sarawak today, due to the volcanic eruption of Mount Ruang, Indonesia. According to an announcement on its Facebook page, eight flights to and from Sarawak will be affected, namely MH2520 (KUL-KCH),
KUCHING: Sarawak has set aside RM300 million for the construction of a deep-sea port on reclaimed land off Kuala Baram, to woo investments. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the port, designed with a depth of 12 metres, will cater to the needs of various industries
KUCHING: Miri is set to gain a new iconic landmark with the approval of a cable-stayed bridge connecting Piasau Nature Reserve to the Marina Bay and Commercial Centre. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the government has given the green light for the construction of the
KUCHING: A leading economist has raised concerns about the escalating conflict in the Middle East, citing increased belligerence involving more countries. Dr. Geoffrey Williams said the escalation is likely to raise market risks and uncertainty, prompting financial markets to seek safe havens. “While the US remains a primary destination, Asian
KUCHING: The suggestion to transform Sarawak DAP into a wholly locally-based party is worth considering since they no longer can fulfil their role as an effective opposition in the state. Parti Bangsa Malaysia (PBM) president Datuk Larry Sng believed that this could materialise with the blessing from DAP national leaders.
KUCHING: The Sarawak Government is committed to actively promote investment and exploration of the state’s gas reserves to bolster the economy. Expressing confidence in the potential of the state’s gas resources, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the viability of these reserves depends on thorough exploration
KUCHING: The Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) has formally notified the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Speaker regarding the entry of former Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) members into the party. Ba’Kelalan assemblyman Baru Bian mentioned that while the former PSB representatives, including himself, are now considered ‘PDP YBs’ (PDP elected representatives) following
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