Sibu’s Sungkei Perdana unite communities in diversity
SIBU: The annual ‘Sungkei Perdana’ mass breaking of fast event at Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang Phase 1 here has continued to bolster racial unity and religious harmony among the diverse local communities. Despite the damp conditions at Dataran Tun Tuanku Haji Bujang, Sibu residents flocked to the town’s iconic event, which has been a staple […]
Mayor calls for increased non-Chinese participation in JCI
KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng has urged members of Junior Chamber International (JCI) to enhance diversity by involving more non-Chinese individuals. “I believe Kuching, Sarawak per se, we have a lot of local talents. That is what we want to show people how Sarawakians are like. “Gone are the […]
Diversity Matters
BY DONNA BARCLAY What is diversity and why does it matter? The Oxford English Dictionary defines “diversity” as “the practice or quality of including or involving people from a range of different social and ethnic backgrounds ….”. By embracing differences, we celebrate the diversity of the human experience and enrich our lives from hearing different […]
Learning diversity across all ages
KUCHING: Obtaining knowledge is not confined to any particular age group. Whether one is young or old, there is always new knowledge to be acquired that can enhance one’s abilities. Take Jahri Sahari, for example. At the age of 54, he remains eager to learn and gain more knowledge. Jahari was among the graduates who […]
Important not to let others feel left out: Hanifah
BY NUR FARIHAN RAZALI MUKAH: Local MP Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib has stressed the importance of striking a balance in celebrating the diversity of races and religions. “We don’t want to prioritise only one race or religion only because this will cause others to feel left out,” she said. Hanifah who is Deputy Economy Minister […]
Sarawak’s nurtured unity in diversity serves state well
By Frank Julian SIBU: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has described Sarawak as a shining example of a united and progressive state in Malaysia. The region has proven that its people know that one of the key ingredients of moving forward is indeed unity, and in this context, the prime minister wants people in […]
Canada, Malaysia embrace diversity and multiculturalism together, says Canadian envoy
KUALA LUMPUR: Canada and Malaysia have numerous shared values, particularly in their mutual embrace of the power of diversity and multiculturalism, says Canadian High Commissioner to Malaysia, Wayne Robson. Robson, in his opening speech during the Canadian Multiculturalism Day Reception held here Wednesday, said just like Canada, Malaysia understands the importance of fostering inclusivity, respect, […]
Prosperity and stability due to collective cooperation, say minister
KUCHING: The rich diversity in Sarawak plays a significant role in fostering unity and building a progressive nation, according to Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin. During the Gawai Day Pupils Integration for Unity Plan (PIUP) celebration at SMK Baru Miri, the Sarawak Minister for Transport pointed out that the customs and traditions of the Dayak […]
Tourism potential in diversity of culture, customs
THE diversity of culture and customs in Balingian constituency hold out much potential as a tourism product. Abdul Yakub Arbi when debating in support of the Head of State’s address at the DUN sitting yesterday (May 17), said such diversity would be able to boost tourism in the area. “With that, we request that the […]
Diversity of religion fuels tolerance, says Uggah
BELAGA: Sarawak is a role model in Malaysia in terms of maintaining unity and tolerance among its multiracial composition, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. He said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg also expressed similar views, adding that the diversity of religion in Sarawak fuels the nature of tolerance […]
