Sarawak should have its own Foreign Ministry

KUCHING: A former Malaysian diplomat, who was based in Paris, France, has proposed that Sarawak should establish its equivalent of a foreign ministry to handle its diplomatic relations, considering its increasing prominence in international politics. Syed Nizamuddin Khassim, a native of Kuching, pointed out that through various initiatives such as Sarawak Energy, STATOS, and other […]

People-to-people ties crucial to strengthen Malaysia-Indonesia relations: Ambassador

KUALA LUMPUR: While the diplomatic relations between Malaysia and Indonesia heightened, Indonesian Ambassador to Malaysia Hermono, stressed the need to strengthen people-to-people ties. He noted that disharmony in people-to-people relations could undermine the bilateral relations between the brotherly nations in the long run. The diplomat said Malaysia and Indonesia could serve as an anchor for […]

China seeks only trust and goodwill

KUCHING: As long as China and Malaysia support each other with trust and goodwill, this win-win cooperation will benefit both nations’ peoples and promote the peaceful development of the region, says Consul-General of the People’s Republic of China in Kuching, Cheng Guangzhong. “Malaysia, Sarawak included, is an important neighbouring country in the Asia-Pacific region, our […]