Chinese universities want to collaborate with Curtin Malaysia Miri campus

KUCHING: Curtin University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) campus in Miri, Sarawak recently welcomed a delegation from Chinese universities on March 21. According to a statement by Curtin Malaysia, there were over 70 representatives from 38 universities across China that are keen to explore opportunities for collaboration in education with Curtin Malaysia. For the record, Curtin Malaysia […]

Parental control tools help parents monitor children’s online activities: Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is collaborating with five telecommunication service providers to offer Parental Control Tools to help parents monitor and manage their children’s online activities, the Dewan Rakyat was told. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said that Parental Control Tools enable parents to filter, limit and even block online content […]

Collaboration key to success, says BESarawak

KUCHING: The Malaysian Convention and Exhibition Bureau’s (MyCEB) presence here is being viewed as a good opportunity to explore potential for business growth and collaboration in Sarawak. “We believe that collaboration is key to success and a sustainable way to keep the industry strong and productive,” said Business Events (BE) Sarawak general manager, Jason Tan. […]

MOU strengthens academic collaboration

MIRI: Curtin University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) and Asian Tourism International (ATI) College of Kota Kinabalu have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen academic collaboration. The MoU was signed following a visit by a delegation from ATI College, led by its executive chairman, Datuk Seri Panglima Wong Khen Thau, to Curtin Malaysia on January […]

Sarawak, China deepen technological partnership

KUCHING: Sarawak and China are making strides in technology collaboration, with a focus on cutting-edge projects. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has lauded the partnership, specifically pointing to the world’s first hydrogen-powered autonomous rapid transit (ART) as a key achievement. “China’s robust economic growth is an exemplary model that Sarawak aims […]

FINAS and TVS collaborate to transform creative idea pitching in film industry

KUCHING: The National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) and TVS have formed a strategic alliance to revolutionise the way creative ideas are pitched in Malaysia’s film industry, aiming for a more impactful and unified approach. FINAS chief executive officer Datuk Azmir Saifuddin Mutalib stressed the crucial role of pitching creative ideas in the creation of […]

Minister stresses collaboration between parents and educators

TATAU: Datuk Seri John Sikie Tayai has stressed the transformative power of education, noting its role in changing the economic circumstances of individuals and their families. Speaking at the Excellent Student Awards ceremony for SK Tatau yesterday (Feb 7), the Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department underscored the need for collaboration between parents and educators […]

Rural business event early February

KUCHING: The Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW) will launch the Mini Rural Entrepreneurs Development Programme (Mini KUD) @ Kota Samarahan from February 1 to 4. Hosted at Samarahan Square, this event will feature the collaboration of five KKDW agencies – Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA), Sarawak Rubber Industry Smallholders Development Authority (RISDA), Community Development […]

University consortium positions Borneo as foremost destination

MIRI: A newly-formed consortium of 16 Borneon universities in Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei is priming itself to be the foremost destination for higher education in Southeast Asia. It will effectively foster collaborations, build connections, and promote mutual understanding and integration to accomplish the universities’ shared goals for Borneo. Professor Simon Leunig, Pro Vice-Chancellor, President, and […]

Curtin, Sarawak Energy sign MoU to foster synergies

MIRI: Curtin University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) and Sarawak Energy Berhad (Sarawak Energy) have enhanced their ties through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). It is aimed at strengthening their commitment to academic collaboration, research, alumni engagement, exchange programmes, start-up incubation and scholarships. The signing took place at the opening of the International Conference […]