KUCHING: The state is committed to developing its hydro energy potential in an environmentally and socially responsible manner, announced Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He instructed relevant agencies to explore power generation using cascading dams, a method successfully employed in countries like Norway and Canada. “In
KUCHING: The signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) last month to change the status of Bintulu Port from a federal to a state port marks another success in reclaiming Sarawak’s rights, according to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He announced that the port is expected
KUCHING: The Sarawak government’s unwavering focus on empowering the education sector will enhance access to education and serve as a catalyst for the state’s socio-economic development and progress. Yang di-Pertua Negeri Sarawak Tun Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar expressed full support for Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun
KUCHING: Sarawak is blessed with harmony and peace, despite its diverse religions and ethnicities, and Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan wants the people to preserve this prevailing stability. Advising them not to be influenced by extreme cultures and ideologies, the Deputy Premier said the tradition of visiting and seeking
KUCHING: Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap is open to engaging in a public debate with Sarawak DAP chairman Chong Chieng Jen, specifically focusing on the constituency matters. He said the opposition leader was the former three-term assemblyman for Kota Sentosa, thus it is appropriate for the latter to share on
KUCHING: Muhammad Johan Ghazali Zulfikar, the nation’s Muay Thai sensation, will not represent the Sarawak contingent at the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) this August, according to a report by the Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS). The President of the Sarawak Muay Thai Association (PMNS), Jumaat Ibrahim, explained that this is
KUCHING: The identity of mothers who leave their newborns in baby hatches will always remain unknown or confidential. In addition, they should not be worried about facing any legal action as it is not a crime to leave their newborns at the facility. Thus, it is not necessary for them
KUCHING: The Social Welfare Department (JKMS) welcomes more parties and persons interested in volunteering and offering various forms of assistance to support vulnerable individuals in society. Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said their contributions go beyond labour and financial support, encompassing social support
KUCHING: The Covid-19 pandemic, which forced countries to shut their borders, has taught Malaysia many valuable lessons, says Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. The federal Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said for instance, the closure of Brunei’s borders resulted in the northern areas of Sarawak being cut off
KUCHING: The Sarawak Timber Association (STA) concluded its Annual General Meeting (AGM) today (Mar 26), announcing the election of 34 Council members for the term 2024-2025. These members, alongside the 13 Permanent Council members, will constitute the STA Council for the upcoming year. Datuk Henry Lau has been re-elected as
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