Lundu needs infrastructure upgrade to compete with Nusantara
LUNDU: Infrastructure development is crucial for Lundu to move forward, especially when border movements at the Biawak Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security (ICQS) are increasing. Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang stressed that Lundu would need a township, equipped with a recreational centre and cultural centre, among others. “The majority of folk in Lundu are Bidayuh, Iban […]
Focus more on infrastructure and education, NGO urges Sarawak govt
KUCHING: Pertubuhan Pembangunan Insan Sarawak (PPIS) chairperson Manjeet Kaur Sidhu hopes that the Sarawak government will focus more on infrastructure and education, now that the latter has collected its highest revenue ever. “In terms of infrastructure, I think Sarawak needs to construct better roads and utilities for its future endeavours,” she said. She opined that […]
Looking forward to better infrastructure
BETONG: Youth expect infrastructure development in the state to continue under the leadership of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. They highlight particularly the importance of high-speed internet and a comprehensive transformation agenda in the field of digital economy not only in the urban areas but also in the rural areas. NUR […]
More infrastructure development next year
SARATOK: Next year, Krian Assemblyman Friday Belik intends to boost infrastructure development through various existing and new initiatives such as projects under the Betong Divisional Development Agency (BDDA). According to him, there is still a lot to be done to develop the rural areas here. However, he said, the priority is definitely to provide, restore, […]
Awang Tengah: Huge GPS win equals bigger federal funding
BELADIN: Sarawak has every right to be given a bigger funding from the federal government for its infrastructure development. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan stressed that Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) must prove that the coalition had the strong support of the people, especially in the 15th general election (GE15). “That’s why GPS […]
Water supply projects worth RM887 million in the pipeline
MIRI: A total 35 high-impact Water Supply Projects worth RM887 million are currently being implemented to improve the infrastructure and water supply system for Miri Division. “So far, 17 of these water supply projects which are funded by the Sarawak and Federal governments amounting to RM201 million have been completed and have solved water supply […]
Faster internet crucial to digital economy
LIMBANG: The government is committed to providing faster internet connectivity in Sarawak by building various related infrastructures, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said these efforts are important to ensure the success of the state’s digital economy and to face global competition. “Therefore, I urged all educators in Sarawak to […]
Batu Kawah to get 15 new RTP projects worth RM5 mln
KUCHING: Fifteen rural transformation programme (RTP) projects worth RM5 mln will be implemented in the Batu Kawah constituency. “Over the past few years, assemblyman Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian has used RTP funds to implement development projects in his constituency. “The new 15 RTP projects will cover basic infrastructure such as improvement of roads, […]
Excited by the malls and food in Kuching
KUCHING: Two Vietnamese women, Van and Duc, who are currently on an official visit here, think Kuching City has some of the best malls and eating places in this part of the world. Van, 44, and her friend, Duc, 31, are here for five days to represent Vietnam at the 23rd Meeting of ASEAN Sub-Committee on […]
High-tempo development contributes to Sarawak’s prosperity
SIBU: The rapid pace of development that is occurring throughout the state has contributed greatly to Sarawak’s prosperity. Minister of Women, Early Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said relentless development reached every nook and corner of Sarawak be it urban areas and rural. This, she said was thanks to far sighted […]
