Abang Johari assures govt’s commitment to rural development
SAMARAHAN: The state government continues to be committed to the development of rural infrastructural facilities and amenities such as the supply of water and electricity. Chief Minister and Pro-Chancellor of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said while the state government emphasised the digitalisation of various sectors, rural development […]
Govt’s priority to improve rural infrastructures: MP
KUCHING: The Sarawak government continues to make it a priority to improve basic infrastructure facilities such as roads, especially for those living in the rural areas. “Infrastructure development is also important for the socioeconomic development of the people, which is the main foundation of the nation’s economic wellbeing,” said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department […]
Sarawak First policy made the difference in PRN-12: Naroden
KUCHING: Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s ‘Sarawak First’ policy has changed the political landscape of Sarawak. Former Gedong assemblyman Datuk Mohd Naroden Majais said this was a key factor for Gabungan Parti Sarawak’s (GPS) landslide victory in the 12th state election (PRN-12), not only in the rural regions but in […]
Upgrading rural farmers into commercial producers: Dr Rundi
KUCHING: The Ministry of Agriculture Modernisation and Regional Development is looking at ways to upgrade the struggling subsistence rural farmers into commercial producers. Its minister Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi said although his focus for the ministry would be more on helping the state to become a net food producer and exporter, his main concern […]
Stable government key to bright future, says CM
BY MARGARET RINGGIT & NATASHA JEE MIRI: Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg vowed to bring in more development projects to Subis, Niah and Bekenu, provided the people in the whole area give Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) a new five-year mandate. “Today’s launching (of the Waterfront Niah Phase 2) is proof […]
Only GPS understands local aspirations, says Harden
SRI AMAN: No other party understands the aspirations of the people of Sarawak besides Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS), said Simanggang incumbent Datuk Francis Harden Hollis. He thus reminded the people not to go for the opposition during the coming state polls if they want to see the government’s planning in development to be implemented smoothly. […]
Gedong poised to become focal point
GEDONG: Gedong will be strategically and centrally located to become a new focal point in the area after the completion of two road projects here – the first from Lubok Teranggas to Gedong and the second from Gedong to Ulu Simunjan. Gedong incumbent Datuk Mohd Naroden Majais said upon the completion of both projects, Gedong […]
Guessing game begins
KUCHING: Why would Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg opt to contest the Gedong seat instead of defending his bastion of Satok? If at all it comes to that it certainly won’t be because of a lack of confidence in retaining the Satok seat which he has represented for 40 years. All things […]
MRP grants for rural recipients
BINTULU: The disbursement of Minor Rural Projects (MRP) grants, especially to recipients in the rural areas reflects the state government’s continuous effort to develop the rural communities. As such, Kakus incumbent Datuk John Sikie Tayai urged the constituents in Kakus constituency to rally their support towards the ruling government under the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS). […]
Income increase for rural folk via modern agriculture
DEBAK: The Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government aims to help increase the income of rural folk through suitable, albeit modern agricultural activities. Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said although it had done much in terms of basic infrastructure and amenities, the socioeconomic agenda was a dire necessity and top priority. “For this […]
