Masing’s demise difficult to accept

LUNDU: The passing of Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Datuk Amar Dr James Jemut Masing, who is also Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) president, is really difficult to accept, said Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. “His passing is saddening. I knew him as we are both from Baleh in Kapit. “He will be dearly missed not […]

Abang Jo expresses sadness over Masing’s demise

LAWAS: Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg has expressed his sadness over the demise of his deputy, Tan Sri Datuk Amar Dr James Jemut Masing. “I feel very sad when Masing breathed his last this morning (Oct 31). I certainly feel a great loss not only as a friend but it is also […]

Prime Minister extends condolences to Masing’s family

KUCHING: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has expressed his condolences to the entire family of the late Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Dr James Jemut Masing, who passed away here early this morning. Describing Masing as a people-oriented, far-sighted, and authoritative figure, Ismail said his services and sacrifices would, undoubtedly, be remembered forever. […]

Masing tells needy people to contact him

KUCHING: Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Dr James Jemut Masing said those in need of help could always reach out to him or contact his service centre in Kapit. Masing, who is also Baleh assemblyman, said that since the onset of the pandemic in March last year, he had given financial assistance worth more than […]

Covid won’t stop state election

SIBU: The Covid-19 pandemic is not going to stop Sarawak from holding its12th state election in accordance with the law of the land, says Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Dr James Masing today. Asked about concern among the people that the state could face the same fate as Sabah which saw the surge in Covid-19 […]

Further strengthening ties with Sabah

KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) is looking forward to working with newly appointed Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor in strengthening beneficial and meaningful ties with the federal government. Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Dr James Jemut Masing in stating this, said he was sure Hajiji’s appointment, representing Perikatan Nasional (PN), Barisan Nasional (BN) […]

Respect is not acceptance, says Masing

KUCHING: Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Dr James Jemut Masing has reiterated that respecting someone else’s belief is not tantamount to accepting his or her religion. “It is wise for Democratic Action Party (DAP) or critics of Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) to understand the difference between respect and acceptance of other people’s religion. “When Pakatan […]

Recognise hero’s contributions, Putrajaya told

KUCHING: The federal government is urged to recognise the sacrifices and contributions of Iban war hero and George Cross recipient Datuk Sgt Awang Raweng to the nation. Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Dr James Jemut Masing said the bravery of the Nanga Skrang native was recognised by the state government, by honouring him with a […]

Masing: PSB not good for Sarawak’s unity

KUCHING: Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) president Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh is not sincere in his intentions and now his true character has surfaced, says Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri James Jemut Masing. “Even when he declared full support for Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari (Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg), I did not […]

Bakun Lake to attract tourists

KUCHING: The state government has plans for Bakun Lake to be turned into a tourist attraction, in addition to becoming a water sports centre in Sarawak. “There is much potential in Bakun. Apart from becoming a preferred venue for water sports, we also hope to showcase it as a tourism gem in Sarawak,” said Deputy […]