Five-year work permit for professionals soon

KUCHING: Sarawak will be introducing the extension of work permit for professionals to five years instead of renewing it annually. According to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, the state needs more expertise such as the upper echelon, scientists, and many more to move forward in terms of developing technologies. “We are […]

Immigration Dept readies 970,000 passports for renewals

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Immigration Department has prepared 970,000 passport books for the renewal of the Malaysian International Passport, following the reopening of the country’s borders this April 1. Immigration director-general Datuk Seri Khairul Dzaimee Daud said the total is expected to be able to accommodate the needs of Malaysians who wish to renew their […]

Apply early for renewal of your land lease titles

KUCHING: Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Public Complaints Bureau has advised the public to apply for renewal of their land lease titles well before the expiry date. SUPP Public Complaints Bureau chief Wilfred Yap was recently approached by an individual seeking his advice and assistance on the renewal of her late father’s land, which had […]

Renewal of taxi driver’s cards now allowed

PUTRAJAYA: Taxi drivers can now renew their driver’s cards by submitting relevant documents to the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) no later than July 1, said Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong. He said the government has allowed this following feedback from the taxi drivers who have yet to receive their RM600 cash assistance including […]