Evaluating effectiveness, protection of boosters
KUCHING: Based on recent observations and development of vaccines and varying results, experts have propounded the possibility that booster doses of the Covid-19 vaccine may be needed to provide effective protection against other variants of the virus. In saying this, Sarawak Covid-19 Vaccine Advisory Group (Scovag) chairman Prof Datuk Dr Andrew Kiyu Dawie Usop said […]
First smart city in Sarawak
Technology set to shape smart city development in Miri MIRI: The future development of this city will be shaped by selective usage of technology in its administration and management following Monday’s launch of ‘Miri Smart City — Proof of Concept’. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg who officiated at the launching ceremony in […]
State needs to have own manpower to pursue development
KUCHING: Skilled human resource development or capacity building is one of the main drivers of the hydrogen economy, said Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said as such, Sarawak needs to have its own manpower skilled enough to pursue development that is based on new technologies and energy sources, particularly hydrogen. “Sarawak […]
Looking forward to a greater Bau
BAU began as a small town that revolved around gold and resource mining. Now, Bau district has developed into an area flourishing with ecotourism potential and growth. However, the development will not stop there as more projects will be implemented to transform the district into a greater Bau. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun […]
Support GPS for development
KUCHING: There must be political stability to ensure Sarawak is socially and economically progressive and continue to remain in good hands. Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Datuk Amar Dr James Jemut Masing said therefore Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) must be returned to administer the state so that development can be further accelerated. “The Pakatan Harapan […]
Jepak included in state development agenda
BINTULU: The constituency of Jepak is part of the state government’s development agenda, said Minister in the Chief Minister’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman) Datuk Talib Zulpilip. He said under the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) state government, the area will be developed to the same level as other areas in the state. “The Batang Kemena bridge […]
Kpg Beradau plays key role in Siburan’s devt
KUCHING: Kampung Beradau plays a key role in ensuring the development of Siburan and its agricultural sector, said Transport Assistant Minister Datuk Dr Jerip Susil. He said Kampung Beradau is not a traditional village and differs from its counterparts in other Bidayuh-majority areas as its villagers are made up of multiracial and multicultural communities who […]
Padawan Municipal Council has highest number of properties
KUCHING: Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) has recorded the highest number of properties amongst all the local authorities in Sarawak. Its chairman Lo Khere Chiang said as of Oct 1 this year, there are 73,001 properties in MPP and 91 percent are residential properties. “From 2017 to this year, the growth rate of development of properties […]
New chapter in oil and gas development
KUCHING: The Commercial Settlement Agreement signed by the Sarawak government and Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) will open a new chapter in efforts to further boost the development of the oil and gas industry in the state. The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), in a statement on Monday (Dec 7), said it would also open various business […]
Propelling Miri towards prosperity
KUCHING: A two-day laboratory attended by multiple state stakeholders has been held to prepare for the development of Miri into a prosperous division by 2030. Transport Minister Datuk Lee Kim Shin said he had asked Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg to grant his request to hold the lab to deliberate the ‘Greater […]
