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Tiong King Sing – From corporate world to politics

KUCHING: Prior to 1999, Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing was better known as a corporate figure, but it changed when he was announced as the Barisan Nasional candidate for the Bintulu parliamentary seat the same year, which also marked the beginning of his move into politics. Yesterday, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced Tiong’s appointment […]

Winding up Speeh of Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, The Premier of Sarawak for the third meeting of the nineteenth Sarawak State Legislative Assembly on December 1,2022

PREAMBLE I would like to express my appreciation and thank to the honourable minister who had participated in the debate and their support for the Bill that has been tabled, namely Supply (2023) Bill, 2022; Electronic Sarawak Government Activities Bill 2022; Constitutions of the State of Sarawak (Amendment)(2) Bill 2022; Sarawak Sovereign Wealth Future Fund […]

GE15 results hog headlines today

A vote for GPS is a vote for a stable, progressive and prosperous Sarawak.—Sarawak Premier, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg Many people, particularly those who don’t have access to e-papers, will be rushing out to buy copies of the newspapers today for the results of the 15th general election (GE15). Yes, yesterday […]

First time voting gives a sense of excitement for siblings

KUCHING: Having the opportunity to vote for the first time in the 15th general election (GE-15) today clearly gave a sense of excitement to three siblings who went to vote as young voters. Najla Qarllisha Omar Alli, 25, said that this GE has its own meaning for her because she could fulfill her responsibilities as […]

GE15: 20 pct voter turnout as at 10am

KUALA LUMPUR: Some 20 per cent of the electors in the 15th general election (GE15) have fulfiled their responsibilities as of 10am today, according to the Election Commission (EC). Based on Bernama’s survey, the voting process is going smoothly nationwide with the electors observing the standard operating procedures (SOPs) set by the EC, including not […]

All set for the big day – polling!

BY NEVILLE TIMOTHY SANDERS & FASIHA KHUSIRI KUCHING: Once every five years, Malaysians will head back to their respective hometown to cast their votes for the general election. For the 15th general election (GE15), some voters – particularly the first timers – are very excited to cast their ballots. On the other hand, long-time voters […]

UMNO’s top 5 to meet soon on GE15 date

GEORGE TOWN: A meeting among UMNO’s top five leaders is expected to be held soon to discuss the date for the 15th general election (GE15), said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. Ismail Sabri, who is UMNO vice-president, said the window for holding GE15 this year is still open and UMNO’s top five would […]

PH S’wak meets today on GE15 preparations

KUCHING: Pakatan Harapan (PH) Sarawak coalition parties are meeting tomorrow (Sept 2) to discuss strategies for the impending 15th general election (GE15). Democratic Action Party (DAP) Sarawak chairman Chong Chieng Jen said following the appointment of Roland Engan as the Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) Sarawak chairman, the scene is now set for PH Sarawak to […]

GE15 not that soon

Election days come and go. But the struggle of the people to create a government which represents all of us and not just the one percent – a government based on the principles of economic, social, racial and environmental justice – that struggle continues. – Bernie Sanders, US senator The social media was awash a […]