Datukship for Pandelela very special
KUCHING: The Datukship conferred to national diving queen Datuk Pandelela Rinong Pamg was certainly in a special class of its own, commented Bung Bratak Heritage Association (BBHA) chairman Datuk Peter Minos. “It was very special and out of the ordinary because the person awarded was just simply extraordinary — a rural Bidayuh girl from a […]
Covid-19 survivor talks of near-death experience
KUCHING: Covid-19 survivor, Datuk Peter Minos, who is Kota Samarahan walikota, revealed that his infection was a near-death experience for him. “After the 14 days of great suffering, I advise everyone, especially those in Category 4 and 5, to do everything they can not to be infected by the virus. “I had to endure excruciating […]
Despite Covid-19, projects go on in Samarahan
KUCHING: When permitted by the authorities, contractors vigorously proceed with their work to install traffic lights at the roundabouts in Kota Samarahan as well as expansion work at Jalan Datuk Mohd Musa. “Thanks to the Public Works Department (JKR) for prodding them on,” commended Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) chairman, Datuk Peter Minos in a […]
Three issues need resolving first
KUCHING: There are three fundamental matters that ought to be tackled and handled properly in Malaysia in order to create a more developed, prosperous and united nation, says a political observer. “The three issues are racial and religious extremism tendencies; politicians controlled by greed and not showing respect for the laws; and the federal government […]
Let economy re-open Jan 1
KUCHING: Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) chairman, Datuk Peter Minos has suggested Jan 1 next year be the starting point to completely open up the economy and social activities. “After all, by Jan 1 next year, most if not all Malaysians will be fully vaccinated and used to the standard operating procedures (SOPs). “They will […]
Politics take a back seat for now
KUCHING: It is still too premature and not an opportune time to talk about the general election and logos of political parties, said a political observer. In saying this, Datuk Peter Minos pointed out that the nation was currently engrossed and preoccupied with the anti-Covid-19 war as well as the economic recovery exercises. “Thus, Malaysians […]
Sarawak, Sabah have great hopes from PM
KUCHING: Great expectations and hopes are expected from the new Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob for fairness and justice to be practiced, as well as extended, to Sarawak and Sabah. Datuk Peter Minos stated that the two regions have been long neglected and almost taken for granted. In saying this, the political observer […]
Political commentator welcomes Ismail Sabri’s ‘Malaysian Family’ concept
KUCHING: Political commentator Datuk Peter Minos has welcomed the ‘Malaysian Family’ concept introduced by Prime Minister (PM) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob during his inaugural speech. He said the spirit of national unity and people’s cooperation behind the Malaysian Family concept was proper and the right move given the public health and economic crises the […]
Ponder on the term limit seriously
KUCHING: The authorities should seriously explore the introduction of term limit for political office bearers and elected representatives. Political observer Datuk Peter Minos said such move would prevent elected representatives from holding office for too long and also avoid corrupt practices. He pointed out that term limit for political office was not something new as […]
Relaxation measures a well-thought plan
KUCHING: After assessing the country’s rapid immunisation programmes, the decision to allow more relaxed measures to take place is appropriate, said political analyst Datuk Peter Minos. He described the decision as a well-thought strategy, adding that the economy must gradually open up to mitigate the pandemic’s impact on the country. “The economy should gradually open […]
