Good policies will be continued says new Works Minister

KUCHING: Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi who has been appointed as the Works Minister under the new Federal Cabinet said that he will give his full commitment in ensuring that every effort and initiative taken under this ministry will benefit all Malaysians, including Sabah and Sarawak. The Kapit MP also said that he will also […]

DPM post a recognition to GPS, Borneo: Fadillah

KUCHING: The appointment as Deputy Prime Minister is a recognition of Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) and the Borneo bloc namely Sarawak and Sabah, said Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He said that the position is indeed a big responsibility that needs to be shouldered with integrity, sincerity and honesty for the sake of political, economic and […]

Fadillah named DPM, five full ministers for GPS

BY NATASHA JEE & ALEXANDRA LORNA KUCHING: Petra Jaya MP Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has been appointed as the deputy prime minister in the new Federal Cabinet. This is also a historical moment for Sarawak as it witnessed the first Sarawakian MP being appointed as the deputy prime minister. The deputy prime minister’s post was […]

Sarawak DPM- A historical appointment

At the moment, two names are being bandied worthy to create history by assuming the role of the first Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) of Malaysia from the Land of the Hornbill. The name of Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof is mentioned because of his experience and effective and excellent role as chief whip, as well as […]

Private sectors, key to transforming Sarawak’s economy, says Premier

KUCHING: The private sector must be fully engaged in driving the growth of the Sarawak economy. Having said this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg pointed out that the key to realising Sarawak as a developed economy by 2030 is through participation of Sarawak businesses, investing in the state’s projects. “The Gabungan […]

Time for all parties to put aside differences

KUCHING: Unity government is about unity among all political parties, said Professor Madya Dr Novel Lyndon. The political analyst pointed out that unity government was suggested by the King and Rulers Council and all political parties needed to put aside their differences and move forward. “So, all political parties must accept this order. However, this […]

Unity govt, a new dawn for Sarawak and country

With the formation of a ‘unity government,’ Malaysia and even Sarawak may see a new dawn, says Chong Chieng Jen (DAP-Padungan). He asserted that the “Sarawak First” slogan will sound hollow and meaningless when the whole country goes to the dock. Following the formation of the unity government led by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar […]

Treatment plant will provide enough water supply

A RM170 million Sebandi Water Treatment Plant with a capacity of 20 Million Litres Per Day (MLD) proposed by Billy Sujang (GPS-Opar) will provide villagers with treated water. Billy stated that the previous allocation of RM1,828,000 million in 2022 for the purpose of improving the treated water supply system around Jalan Ba/Lundu could only supply […]

GPS gets thumbs-up

KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) has agreed to work together with Perikatan Nasional (PN), Barisan Nasional (BN), and Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) to form the next federal government. Premier of Sarawak Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced this yesterday. New Sarawak Tribune asked members of the public for their comments on the […]

GPS behind Puncak Borneo’s victory

SIBURAN: Puncak Borneo elected Member of Parliament (MP) Datuk Willie Mongin attributed his victory in retaining his seat to the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) in the 15th general election (GE15). He said the GPS machinery and the cooperation of the fellow assemblymen under his constituency has contributed to his soaring success. Willie said the seat […]