Govt still studying on the reintroduction of GST
KUCHING: The government will take the proposal to reintroduce the Goods and Services Tax (GST) to the Cabinet if it is found to be beneficial to the country and its economy. Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz said 175 countries had introduced the GST as it contributed to the country’s Gross Domestic […]
Six-month wait to teach comes to nought
KUCHING: A six-month wait for the outcome of interviews to serve as government-salaried contract teachers has ended on a disappointing note for many candidates from Sarawak. It was widely expected that the issue of teacher shortage in Sarawak all this while would be resolved with the inclusion of such teachers. Henry Sait Viniface Sudok, 28, […]
Govt to exploit tourism potentials of Belawai
TANJONG MANIS: The Sarawak government will develop Belawai near here into the ‘Hawaii of Sarawak’ by providing infrastructure projects such as the waterfront parks and other tourist facilities. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said he would readily approve the waterfront project which would include upgrading the facilities along the Belawai beach. […]
Special observance shows goverment recognises media role
SIBU: National Journalists Day is a recognition of the fraternity’s contributions to the country by the government. In stating this, Sibu Journalists’ Association (SJA) chairman Yii Souk Ming thanked the government for setting aside May 29 as National Journalists Day. “I am sure that May 29 will be a meaningful celebration to all journalists in […]
Rep wants more youth involvement in state’s devt
KUCHING: The National Youth Day is significant as it celebrates and highlights the importance of youths as the key to the state’s future, said Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) deputy youth chief Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman He said more youths should be involved in strengthening the social development of Sarawak and safeguard its rights under the […]
GPS’ election promises will be fulfilled
KUCHING: The state government has given its assurance that it will fulfil the 34 initiatives promised by the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) in its manifesto during the 12th State Election. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that these include looking after the welfare of the people and developing the urban as […]
Get youth to partake in govt activities
MANGUT: Young members of the community are urged to take part in activities held by the government. This is vital in ensuring their voices are heard and their aspirations met, especially in helping to improve the economy. Deputy Minister of Community Wellbeing Development Mohamad Razi Sitam admitted that the support of youth today is very […]
GPS will deliver election pledges: Abang Jo
KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) vows to deliver on the 34 promises made under the coalition’s election manifesto.GPS chairman Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg asserted; “To me, a promise is a promise, and we must deliver what we have promised,” he assured at the GPS Appreciation Dinner held at Borneo Convention Centre […]
SUPP wants government to recognise Taiwan dental graduates
SIBU: The government has been urged to recognise Malaysian graduates majoring in dentistry from Taiwan universities or institutions. Sarawak United People’s Party Dudong Branch chairman Cr Wong Ching Yong said the Federation of Taiwan University Alumni Association Malaysia (FAATUM) has appealed to the Ministry of Health (MOH) to register the graduates with the Malaysian Dental […]
Gov’t-PH MOU applicable until 14th Parliament dissolves
KUALA LUMPUR: The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Political Stability and Transformation which was signed by the government and Pakatan Harapan (PH) is effective from yesterday and applicable until the 14th Parliament is dissolved. A copy of the 17-page MOU, which was uploaded on the Parliament’s website today, also stated that the government agreed not […]
