Sarawak’s boutique airline set to take off in less than three years, says Premier
KUCHING: Sarawak’s boutique airline is expected to start operations in less than three years. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the federal government has agreed in principle on the state’s proposal to set up the boutique airline, and an announcement will be made next month. “So, give me time. (The operation […]
Premier to announce new source for S’wak’s green energy production
KUCHING: The state government is set to announce its exploration of a new source for the production of green energy. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this will be announced next month and is expected to bring positive developments for the state and its people. “I will announce a study that […]
PBB to hold convention at three zones
BY ALEXANDRA LORNA & NATASHA JEE KUCHING: In conjunction with Sarawak’s 60th anniversary of independence, the Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) will hold a convention at three zones in the state, this year. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the convention would be held at three zones which are in south […]
Abang Johari meets three trade unions
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg received a courtesy call from three trade unions at Wisma Bapa Malaysia, Petra Jaya here yesterday. The unions are the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF), the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDNM), and Social Security Organisation (SOCSO). The Information Department in a statement said the courtesy […]
Need for drainage masterplan to address flooding
BY SARAH HAFIZAH CHANDRA and GOH PEI PEI KUCHING: A master plan on the drainage system is needed to address the incidence of flash floods at several areas in Sarawak. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, however, said it needs to be done in stages because at this time Sarawak depends on […]
Sarawak, Unimas in discussion to create kindy teacher training programme
By GOH PEI PEI & SARAH HAFIZAH CHANDRA KUCHING: The Sarawak government is in discussion with Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) about offering a special training programme for teachers to acquire knowledge and skills in identifying children’s talents. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said he hoped that teachers, especially those in kindergartens or […]
State urged to export flowers, plants
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg wants Sarawak to turn flowers and plants into commodities for export. He also urged the mayors of Kuching South City Council (MBKS) and Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) to beautify the roads here with plants and beautiful flowers. He said turning flowers and plants into […]
S’wak to have new film studio, Premier gives green light
KUCHING: Sarawak is set to have another film studio that can provide a platform for film production. Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu said he hoped the National Film Development Corporation of Malaysia (FINAS) could assist the state to establish one film set, like the Iskandar Malaysia Studios (IMS) […]
Multilingual will give Sarawakians the edge
KUCHING: If most Sarawakians can master two or more languages, it will certainly be advantageous for them, said Datuk Richard Wee. The Sarawak United Association of Chinese School Boards of Management (Sha Dong Zong) treasurer and Kuching Chung Hua Middle Schools No. 1, 3, and 4 Management Committee chairman noted that Mandarin language will gain […]
Sarawak practices moderate governance
KUCHING: The Sarawak government emphasises the importance of moderation in administering the state. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this is reflected in the state’s Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. “In the PCDS 2030, there are three important strategic pillars namely Economic Prosperity, Social Inclusivity and Environmental Sustainability. “When Sarawak […]
