Author: Tania Lam

Provide correct info to avoid delay, SMEs told

KUCHING: Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and micro enterprises should provide correct and complete information when applying for assistance or grants under Sarawakku Sayang Special Assistance (BKSS) to prevent delays in the disbursement of funds. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said it was important for

Sarawakians get BKSS 8.0 for strong support

KUCHING: The implementation of the Sarawakku Sayang Special Assistance (BKSS) 8.0 package this year can be viewed as a symbol of appreciation to the people of Sarawak who gave their strong support and a big mandate to Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) in the recent state election. Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu

SUPP sec-gen welcomes extension of discounts on utility bills

KUCHING: The launch of the Sarawakku Sayang Special Assistance (BKSS) 8.0 package worth RM285.47 million is indeed a welcoming and timely move to ease and reduce the financial burden of the people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, said Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew. “Our Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri

Aid comes in handy for private sector

KUCHING: A Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) leader has lauded the state government’s initiative to continue with the Sarawakku Sayang Special Assistance (BKSS), saying it’s the right move for the state’s recovery. Stakan branch chairman Datuk Sim Kiang Chiok said the BKSS 8.0 package would help to preserve and protect

Assistance reflects GPS government’s concern

KUCHING: The implementation of Sarawakku Sayang Special Assistance (BKSS) 8.0 shows that the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government really cares about the people’s welfare as pledged in the coalition’s manifesto in the recent state election, says Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom. “Extending such assistance will help to ease the

Chinese community leader lauds aid via BKSS 8.0 package 

KUCHING: It is heartening to note that the government is monitoring the situation on the ground and in the market to determine the assistance and subsidies which are still required by sectors in need, says Datuk Richard Wee. The Federation of Kuching, Samarahan and Serian Divisions Chinese Associations president said

Aid to help ease cash flows of many families

KUCHING: The practical aid measures included under the Sarawakku Sayang Special Assistance (BKSS) 8.0 package would benefit people from all walks of life and help ease the cash flow of many families. “It is indeed great news for Sarawakians in general, especially the discounts on water and electricity bills now

Sarawak announces latest BKSS 8.0 package worth RM285 bln

KUCHING: The Sarawak government announced the latest assistant package, Sarawakku Sayang Special Assistance (BKSS) 8.0 package worth RM285.47 million, which encompasses seven measures to assist the people during the current Phase Four of the National Recovery Plan (PPN). Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the

CM spells out important concepts in managing Sarawak

KUCHING: Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has spelt out recognition of others, productivity, and knowledge as important concepts in managing one’s daily tasks and Sarawak well. “The first concept is the relationship among people – mutual respect and recognition. In the context of Sarawak, we

Daro villagers to get new mosque

DARO: It’s a dream come true for residents of Kampung Penasu here as they will have a new mosque located in a safer area following the state government’s approval of an allocation of RM1.15 million. According to a report by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (UKAS), the new mosque will