Review areas under mining lease for development
BAU: The state government was called upon to review the areas under the ‘mining lease’ here in order to make way for development. Tasik Biru assemblyman Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said gold mining and trade activities flourished in Bau from 1820 until 2014. As of now, gold mining activities have completely ceased. “Despite the cessation […]
Onshore oil and gas exploration long time coming
KUCHING: Deputy Chief Minster Tan Sri James Jemut Masing has described Sarawak’s move to embark on onshore oil and gas exploration as “a long time coming”. He said the presentation of oil mining leases to Sarawak’s own oil and gas company, Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros), should have been done a long time ago, but nonetheless, […]
Control over oil and gas resources vital for state
KUCHING: Sarawak’s complete control over its onshore oil and gas resources is of paramount importance to the state’s future, said Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Youth deputy chief Miro Simuh. The issuance of mining leases to Sarawak’s own oil and gas company, Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) would not only benefit the state but also provide […]
Mining leases means more jobs, revenue
MIRI: The issuance of oil mining leases to Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) reflects the seriousness and commitment of the state government to regulate the industry to protect the interest of Sarawakians. “It also showed that the state government is committed to fulfilling its promises to the people,” Assistant Minister for Women Family and Childhood Development […]
