Rural folk can count on govt support: Uggah
SPAOH: Ample opportunities will continue to be given to rural folk to generate more income. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said this included creating venues for them to engage in selling their products. “Rural folk must grab such opportunities to produce more so that they can sell more to earn more. “At the […]
Need to embrace spirit of volunteerism in supporting govt
SIBU: Members of Komuniti Madani should not expect rewards for their involvement in activities. Komuniti Madani Durin Chairman Datuk Teo Boon Siew said every member should instead embrace the spirit of volunteerism in supporting the government’s agenda for the community. “This is our responsibility as members, without expecting a salary or reward. What is important […]
Come together for better effect, Penguang tells Dayak bodies
KUCHING: Dayak associations have been urged to come together, collaborating with the government and local representatives to articulate their perspectives and promote bilateral relations. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government I Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil said a political background should not be a deterrent to any association to be placed under one […]
Govt has always prioritised those with disabilities
SIBU: The government is always committed to ensuring that people with disabilities get the same rights and opportunities as other members of society in all aspects of life, Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said. The federal Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture said the effort is crucial to encouraging participation and effectiveness for the special […]
Provide support to Sarawakians in art industry, urges rep
KUCHING: The government is urged to provide proper support to young Sarawakians, especially those in the art industry. Muara Tuang assemblyman Datuk Idris Buang said that the average youth is very talented and deserves support to continue their artistic creativity. “On behalf of the people of Sarawak, I appeal to the Federal Government and the […]
Cottage and village industries to get govt support
KUCHING: The Sarawak Government wants the cottage industry and village industry to be managed well so that they can continue to produce local products especially heritage products to meet demand. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said as such the state government was going to support these industries in terms of […]
‘Pass down spirit to protect, develop villages to youth’
BY MOHD ZAHID AHMAD ZAKI KUCHING: “Make sure the spirit to protect and develop your villages is passed down to the younger generation, especially those between 18 and 21 years old.” This is the advice of Political Secretary to Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law), Datuk Seri Syed Hamzah Syed Paie Al-Yahya […]
Welfare of retired athletes taken care of: Fatimah
KUCHING: Sarawak’s retired national athletes are well taken care of by the government. For example, Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said pensions were provided by the federal government to athletes who had won medals at the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games. “If the federal government has already provided this, […]
Villagers receive farm equipment under AFF
KUCHING: A total of 24 villagers from Kampung Rajang received farm equipment under the Agriculture Facilitation Fund (AFF) on Friday (Jan 7).Assistant Minister for Natural Resources and Urban Development cum Kuala Rajang assemblyman Datuk Len Talif Salleh said 123 participants from the constituency were eligible to receive the assistance.They comprise residents of Kampung Rajang, Kampung […]
More than 110 MPs still support the government
KUALA LUMPUR: The government continues to enjoy the support of more than 110 members of parliament, its chief whip in the Dewan Rakyat, Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said. Ismail Sabri, who is also Deputy Prime Minister, called on the people to remain calm in the face of the current situation and urged everyone to pray […]
