Keep teaching and practising Kuntau
BETONG: Kuntau practitioners have been urged to continue teaching and practising the traditional Dayak martial arts. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah emphasised the importance of preserving this cultural heritage for future generations. As such, he stressed the need for consistent efforts from Kuntau instructors. “The instructors must be consistent in their efforts so that […]
Abdul Karim encourages innovation and entrepreneurship among youths
KUCHING: Sarawak Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah has stressed the importance of innovation and entrepreneurship in today’s rapidly evolving world. During the closing ceremony of the Come Discover Bumi Kenyalang programme here yesterday (May 25), he expressed the state government’s support for initiatives aimed at improving […]
Teachers are my champions, my heroes
If a country is to be corruption free and become a nation of beautiful minds, I strongly feel that there are three key societal members who can make a difference. They are father, mother and teacher. – A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, Indian aerospace scientist and statesman Tomorrow is Teachers’ Day and we pay tribute […]
Policies to benefit future generations
By Noor Syahhira Hady & Sarah Hafizah Chandra KUCHING: The state’s policies leveraging on its natural resources will benefit the future generations of Sarawakians. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said due to the climate change, the world is going towards the preservation of the environment and usage of green energy. He […]
Educational devt agenda in Petra Jaya prioritised
KUCHING: The educational development agenda in Petra Jaya constituency is always prioritised to ensure the future generations are equipped with knowledge and skills. Petra Jaya incumbent MP Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said at both the parliamentary and state assembly level, educational development agenda is heavily emphasised as part of efforts in contributing to nation building. […]
Stakan SUPP echoes activist’s call on climate change law
KUCHING: The Stakan branch of Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) wants the implementation of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) to be brought forward to ensure the preservation of the environment for future generations. Branch chairman Datuk Sim Kiang Chiok agreed with the call made by social activist Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye that the […]
Grooming students for the future
Yayasan Sarawak (Sarawak Foundation) is responsible for carrying out activities and programmes that benefit Sarawak’s development, education, and human capital. Yayasan Sarawak director Mersal Abang Rosli said that the Sarawak Foundation will continue to perform that role, ensuring that the next generation has job opportunities in skilled fields. The SRC Global Resources Sdn Bhd company […]
Get the young to go into songket weaving
KUCHING: The future generations must be encouraged to take an interest in the art of songket weaving and appreciate its cultural value. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said it was crucial to preserve and safeguard original songket motifs, elements, and designs which had been passed down […]
PBB is not afraid of Undi18
KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) is not afraid of Undi 18 as the Gabungan Parit Sarawak (GPS) ruling coalition has been taking care of the needs of the young people. PBB President Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Abang Openg said the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) has been introducing policies that benefited the youngsters. […]
Education the way forward for Dayaks
By Alexandra Lorna and Ma Chee Seng KUCHING: The native community must focus more on education to free themselves from the clutches of poverty, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah. He said education is a very important issue in all societies, including the Dayaks, as it determines the future. “You may have problems with […]
