Go boldly into new ventures, Willie tells co-ops
KUCHING: Cooperative members have been urged to venture into unexplored fields such as renewable energy. Member of the Board of Directors of the Co-operative Institute of Malaysia (CIM) Datuk Willie Mongin said the country has abundant resources and potential business opportunities in agriculture and product marketing. He pointed out that continuous improvement in knowledge and […]
MNCs attracted to Sarawak, thanks to bright outlook
KUCHING: Sarawak has now become an attractive investment destination for multinational companies exploring business opportunities. Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor, Datuk Wee Hong Seng attributed this to the state government’s efforts to promote Sarawak’s potential on the world map. “A new concept furniture supply and design store from China has now come in here […]
Celebrating multiculturalism makes business sense
By Martin Yee With its diverse population and rich multicultural fabric, Kuching (also other towns in Sarawak) possesses a unique opportunity to celebrate the vibrant tapestry of races and cultures that define it as a city. However, a concerning trend can be observed, where events and celebrations often revolve around specific communities. I am not […]
Opportunities aplenty for youths in new economy: Fazzrudin
KUCHING: The new economy which is based on environmental sustainability provides plenty of opportunities for youths in the job market, said Tupong assemblyman Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman. He said while the strategies have been implemented for Sarawak to embark on economies based on the production of hydrogen, ammonia and methanol, the youths have to take up […]
Brunei entrepreneurs explore business potential
MIRI: A Brunei women’s organisation spent the weekend on business matching and learning sessions as part of their study cum business networking tour here. The programme involved the Federation of Sarawak Women’s Association Miri/Bintulu branch led by Halifah Mohamad and Sharifah Zuridah Wan Hill and the Brunei Darussalam Women Entrepreneurs Association led by Hammah Puasa. […]
Striving for success
With business as his passion, Amin Aznizan aspires to develop an ecosystem within the community that would provide opportunities for others to grow. With empowerment as his strength, he hopes to introduce Sarawak to a wider audience. Helping others is key to success Business was all he knew. Throughout his life, Amin Aznizan had always […]
Fatimah stresses need for women leaders, empowerment opportunities
KUCHING: Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah has highlighted the importance of having more women leaders and creating opportunities to empower women, stressing the need to cultivate lihai (exceptional) women in the community. The Sarawak Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development stressed the significance of capacity building, asserting that women should be provided with opportunities […]
Some 800 international delegates to converge for IEW23
KUCHING: The 5th edition of the International Energy Week 2023 (IEW23) will be held for three days starting June 13 to 15 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK). Deputy Minister for Energy and Environmental Sustainability Dr Hazland Abang Hipni said, the event will be a platform to discuss issues of energy transition, create awareness […]
Food court offers new opportunities for operators
SIBU: The opening of the newly renovated Jaya Li Hua Food Court under the Sibu Municipal Council (SMC), has created new opportunities for food operators to start their businesses. With a dream of making big through their passion for food and hobby in cooking, these food operators only need to pay RM300 per month for […]
Industry Connect event, a catalyst to support enterprises
KUCHING: The Petroleum Sarawak (PETROS) Industry Connect event will play a significant role in encouraging Sarawak’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to seize the opportunities in the oil, gas, and energy sectors. Energy and Environmental Sustainability Deputy Minister Dr Hazland Abang Hipni asserted that the event should be emulated for other industries as well. Such […]
