MSMEs set to benefit from shifting of Indonesian capital
PONTIANAK: The shifting of Indonesia’s capital to Nusantara will also have a big bearing on Borneo. Consul General of the Republic of Indonesia in Kuching, Raden Sigit Witjaksono said this is why he has over the last two years been encouraging micro, small and medium enterprises to be more active. “To promote MSMEs from West […]
Kuching and Pontianak music communities unite for collaborative event
KUCHING: The music communities of Kuching and Pontianak are gearing up for an exciting event called CONNECTED, organised by RECHAUS at their establishment from Aug 2 to 5. RECHAUS founder and director Andro Keebox announced in a press release that CONNECTED is a collaborative platform aimed at fostering connections and collaborations among musicians, industry professionals, […]
Kuching Waterfront inspires construction of waterfront in Pontianak
KUCHING: The Indonesian government has emulated the Kuching Waterfront as a model for the construction of its Sungai Kapuas Waterfront. Mayor of Pontianak, H. Edi Rusdi Kamtono said he drew inspiration from the Kuching Waterfront, where historical colonial-era buildings were preserved and restored instead of being demolished, in order to maintain their historical significance and […]
MyVi Borneo Club to visit Pontianak next year
KUCHING: Associations or clubs are essential to the development of individuals, particularly youth, as they give them a platform for participating in healthy activities. Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu, emphasised this point by stating that these associations or clubs give young people a way to get involved in […]
Malaysian Consul in Pontianak calls on Taib
KUCHING: Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud received a courtesy visit from the Malaysian Consul in Pontianak, Indonesia, Azizul Zekri Abdul Rahman in Demak Jaya, today. The courtesy visit was Azizul’s first visit to Tun Taib since being appointed as Malaysian Consul in Pontianak, Indonesia. Azizul when met by the media after […]
Bridge to improve road connectivity
LUNDU: The construction of Selampit Bridge will enhance road connectivity from Pontianak to Kuching, said Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang. “That route will take about six hours and it is the shortest compared to the other routes available. We want the development to be fast,” he said during a working visit by the Deputy Minister for Infrastructure […]
Coming – Sarawak Pavillion in Brunei and Pontianak
By Nura Valentiana Lorna and Gabriel Lihan LAWAS: The state government will set up another Sarawak Pavillion in Brunei and Pontianak, Indonesia to help local entrepreneurs tap foreign markets. In stating this Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hassan said the government will continue to support local businesses by helping entrepreneurs get platforms for […]
State government to set up trade and tourism office in Pontianak
KUCHING: The Sarawak government will set up its proposed trade and tourism office in Pontianak, Kalimantan, Indonesia. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the proposed plan to set up the office was delayed due to the Covid-19 situation. “The state government had planned to set up these […]
