Keep traditions alive, Awang Tengah tells Kedayans
LIMBANG: Kedayans, especially the younger generation, have been urged to learn the customs and culture of their own community. In making this call, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said with rapid changes now taking place, the culture and customs of communities are in danger of being slowly forgotten. “Hence, the government encourages […]
Kudos to SMEs
By Alverdtekoster & Lee Shaw Wei SAMARAHAN: Small and medium entrepreneurs (SME) accounted for 95.8 per cent of the country’s economy. According to International Trade and Investment Minister Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, the business community here played its role in providing various job opportunities, generating incomes as well as contributing to the economy. […]
MoU inked to develop engineered wood plant in Sarawak
KUCHING: A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been inked to conduct a feasibility study for a joint venture investment to develop an engineered wood plant in Sarawak using wood from planted forests. The MoU was signed between Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC), Woodsfield Glulam Manufacturing Sdn Bhd and Tilling Timber Pte Ltd yesterday. Its […]
Jum Regista programme to help entrepreneurs
SIBU: The Jum Regista programme is being held in order for entrepreneurs, especially in rural areas, to formalise their business. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan emphasised that efforts to formalise a business were part of the catalyst for Sarawak to move into digital economy. “By signing up their business, entrepreneurs will have […]
RM500k Medan Niaga Matu building completed
MATU: The much-awaited Medan Niaga Matu building, constructed at a cost of RM500,000, has been completed. According to the Sarawak Public Communications Unit, it was officiated by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan on Tuesday (June 14). Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman) and Jemoreng assemblyman Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya […]
Awang Tengah discusses economic collaborations with Singapore
KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan met with Singapore’s Minister of State for Trade and Industry, Low Yen Ling, on Tuesday (June 7). Awang Tengah, who is also Minister for International Trade and Investment, discussed topics of common interest and possible collaborations, particularly on investment and trade, where Singapore is an important […]
Bisaya culture, customs showcased in Pesta Babulang
LIMBANG: Pesta Babulang should be continued as it is the heritage and identity of the Bisaya, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan. According to him, the festival provides a platform for the Bisaya community in Limbang to showcase their culture, language, art and customs to the public. “In Sarawak’s context, it is […]
Be merry, but be cautious too
KUCHING: While the Gawai Dayak celebrations are more lively this year, Sarawakians must nevertheless follow all COVID-19 guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs) imposed by the government. According to Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, with our country transitioning to the endemic phase, economic reopening and movement control relaxation, this year’s Gawai Dayak […]
