Rice can be a game changer for Sarawak’s economy
BY JACINTHA JOLENE & ALEXANDRA LORNA BETONG: Sarawak can produce significant amount of rice with the use of new technology, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Abang Johari said that rice production could be a game changer for Sarawak to further stimulate economic activities. He said paddy cultivation in Lubok Punggor […]
New solution ahead for water woes
DARO: A new technology to enhance water resource management for villages and longhouses here will be introduced soon, according to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Abang Johari said that it is aimed to boost water supply and speed up the tank-filling process. “While there are water tanks available, the dilemma has […]
TVET must adapt to keep pace with digital age: Sagah
KUCHING: Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) must keep up with the changing demands of the digital age as technology continues to advance at an unprecedented pace. Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Roland Sagah Wee Inn said digital transformation in TVET involves the integration of digital technologies into the learning process, […]
Sarawak’s private sector praised for resilience during pandemic
KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan has commended the private sector for demonstrating resilience during the challenging period of the Covid-19 pandemic by embracing innovation and new technology. During the launching of the Premier of Sarawak Industry Excellence Awards (PSIEA) 2023, his speech, read by Deputy Minister for International Trade and Investment, […]
Keep abreast of new technology to stay competitive
KUCHING: Engineering consultants must enhance their standards and capabilities to remain competitive on the international stage. In stating this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this requires engineering consultants to keep abreast of the latest technology. “We (Malaysia) are subject to the international protocol, which is the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific […]
The alien invasion
In a few years artificial intelligence virtual assistants will be as common as the smart phone. – Dave Waters, pioneer of artificial intelligence While everyone seems to be throwing themselves headlong into ‘technology’ and artificial intelligence in a frenzy of euphoria without treading the waters, let me play Devil’s Advocate. Let’s take ChatGPT for example. […]
Premier to unveil world’s first algae-based technology
BY ALEXANDRA LORNA & NATASHA JEE GEDONG: Sarawak is set to produce a high value algae-based technology that is expected to benefit the airline industry. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said he would announce the new technology which will be a new economy source for Sarawak in the next two weeks. […]
Over RM3.5 mil UNIMAS research grant awarded
KUCHING: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak’s (UNIMAS) Vice Chancellor High Impact Research Fund (VCHIF) amounting over RM3.5 million in research grant was handed over to 15 programme leaders yesterday. UNIMAS Vice Chancellor Professor Datuk Dr Mohamad Kadim Suaidi stated that the research grant programme is to incorporate fundamental and exploratory research that aims towards the generation of […]
Sarawak to invest more in infrastructure and technology to modernise agriculture
KUCHING: Sarawak is investing in various infrastructure and technology to modernise and increase agriculture production in the state. Premier of Sarawak Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state would build more agro parks in various locations, focusing on upstream and downstream activities and to ensure Sarawak can become a net exporter […]
Cybersecurity no longer an option
KUCHING: It is crucial for Sarawak to be prepared in facing cybersecurity attacks to yield the lowest impact possible on its overall system, says Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. In light of this, the Premier said cybersecurity is no longer a technological ‘option’ but a societal need as it is a fast-growing […]
