Bodies hope new govt to reinstate MA63

KUCHING: Chinese associations are hopeful that the newly formed government will help to reinstate the Malaysia Agreement of 1963 (MA63) and other issues. The Sarawak Federation of Chinese Associations president Datuk Richard Wee stressed that the overall socio-economic challenges, the entire system of the government, the much-needed revamp of educational policies and standards, together with the […]

Sarawak calls for decentralisation over state matters

By NOOR SYAHHIRA HADY & SARAH HAFIZAH CHANDRA KUCHING: Sarawak has called for decentralisation in its pursuit of greater autonomy over state matters with Malaya. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said federalism comes with certain inherent obligations and responsibilities of each party that are embedded within the system. “For us to […]

Voters confident in state govt

IGAN: The victory of the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) candidate in Igan in the 15th general election (GE15) proves that the voters there are very confident in the GPS state government led by Premier Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg. In pointing this out, Daro assemblyman, Safiee Ahmad also attributed the success of the coalition […]

No calls from Malaya-based parties yet, says Abang Johari

BY NOOR SYAHHIRA HADY, SARAH HAFIZAH CHANDRA, JACINTHA JOLENE & ALVERDTEKOSTER ANYAP KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) chairman Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has confirmed that no party from the federal side had contacted him yet. He disclosed that the decision to cooperate with the party from Malaya will be made after […]

Call to include MA63, IGC Report in education syllabus

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has called on higher educational institutions in Malaysia to include subjects related to the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) and Inter-Governmental Committee (IGC) Report in their syllabus. He said this would enable the younger generation especially those who are furthering their studies in law to understand […]

Every reason to win big

There is every reason for Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) – the state’s ruling coalition to put up a good showing in the 15th general election. GPS – made up of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB), Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP), Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) and Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) will be contesting in all 31 […]

25 Thrusts of GPS

Full mandate given by Sarawakians to GPS in GE15 will ensure that the state regains the rights enshrined in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), the Inter-Governmental Committee (IGC) Report, the Sarawak Constitution and the Federal Constitution. With a landslide victory, Sarawak’s voice will be stronger in Parliament. We will demand to have more members of […]

GPS track record points to big win

By Kyle Ashton GABUNGAN PARTI SARAWAK’S (GPS) big win during the 12th state election last year shows that it is a trustworthy, stable and reliable party for the rakyat. And with its emphasis on putting Sarawak First, support for GPS has grown exponentially as the people have benefited significantly under its governance. By and large […]

All eyes on GPS

The election atmosphere in Sarawak is calm and under control even though rival parties have their own ways of addressing issues brought up by voters. This is because the candidates in Sarawak are ethical. Every candidate tries hard to articulate his/her party’s manifesto and fight for the party’s cornerstones. No candidates engage in “district infiltration” […]

Make wise choice, choose GPS

KEMENA: Sebauh folks are advised to make a wise choice by choosing a stable and strong government such as Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS). Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development Minister cum Kemena assemblyman Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom stated that GPS is capable in bringing the voice of Sarawakians to the Dewan Rakyat to […]