Infrastructure, amenities to be prioritised to attract investors: Assemblyman

KUCHING: The existing infrastructure, facilities and amenities in Lundu need to be upgraded before focusing on attracting tourism investors, said Tanjung Datu assemblyman Azizul Annuar Adenan. He said various issues, including beach erosion in Sampadi, should be addressed before private investors can come in to invest. He was speaking during the Tanjung Datu Greater Kuching […]

Assemblyman promised proper school infrastructure

BINTULU: Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming is committed to ensuring that school buildings and facilities in his constituency are properly maintained and functional. He said this is important to ensure that infrastructure is conducive and teaching and learning are carried out in safe conditions at school. Pang said that he has identified two […]

State approves RM50 mln for repair of damaged infrastructures

KUCHING: The state government has approved the Emergency Response Works for damaged public infrastructure with a first allocation of RM50 million in 2023. Deputy Premier cum Infrastructure and Port Development Minister Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said the approval of this work will be under the purview of the State Disaster Management Committee (SDMC). Uggah […]

Dr Jerip wants more infrastructure projects for Puncak Borneo

PADAWAN: Puncak Borneo needs a vigorous and fast-paced development to meet the needs and aspirations of the growing population in this constituency. Deputy Minister of Transport and Mambong assemblyman Datuk Dr Jerip Susil called for more basic infrastructure such as roads, water and electricity supply, and socioeconomic initiatives. He was speaking during a 15th general […]

Govt should prioritise people’s interest, welfare

KUCHING: The interest and welfare of the people, especially in Sarawak, must always be the government’s first and utmost priority. Political observer Dr Abdul Kuddus Ramlee placed this criterion as his priority when asked what he wanted from the next federal government after the15th general election. He said Putrajaya must build and improve all facilities […]

Bright future for architects as country progresses

SIBU: Architecture has huge potential in Malaysia as it is vital to the building of a nation. It is important from the planning of a city to the creation of the most minuscule and most monumental structures and buildings that make up the very fabric of a city. Minister for Education, Innovation, and Talent Development, […]

Reps vow to continue bringing progress

SEMOP: Semop assemblyman Datuk Abdullah Saidol and Tanjung Manis MP Yusuf Abdul Wahab vowed to continue fighting for the development of the basic infrastructure in Pulau Bruit. Pulau Bruit still needs a lot of development compared to other areas, Abdullah stated according to Unit Komunikasi Awam Sarawak (UKAS). Due to this, he urged the residents […]

Pursue our rights with vigour

GABUNGAN Parti Sarawak (GPS) government must continue to pursue with vigour Sarawak’s special grants under Article 112D of the Federal Constitution. Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap pointed out that Sarawak must not be deceived into believing that any review under Article 112D must only take into account the financial position of the federal government. He […]

Taib believes Feds will not neglect Sarawak

19TH DUN SITTING HEAD of State Tun Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud hopes Putrajaya will continue to pay special attention to Sarawak’s development. He said attention must be given especially to economy and infrastructure development. “I believe that Sarawak will not be left behind in the development process in line with the spirit of Keluarga […]

Azizul makes provision of basic infrastructure top priority

LUNDU: Lundu and Sematan hold out much tourism potential but basic infrastructure must first be in place to realise this long term goal. Tanjong Datu assemblyman Azizul Annuar Adenan has therefore taken it upon himself to make it a priority. “As an elected representative, my priority is all of you and as long as the […]