Three platforms to take Sarawak to the next level

KUCHING: The takeover of Bintulu Port, the investment in Sarawak’s own airline as well as acquiring a major stake in a commercial bank were described as the three platforms that will take Sarawak’s economy to the next level. In stressing this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state government aspires […]

New airline venture to draw more visitors to Sarawak

KUCHING: A new airline owned by Sabah government is set to begin operations next year, and is expected to bring more tourists to Sarawak. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said that when the new airline starts operating, Sarawak is likely to become one of its destinations. […]

Our very own airline

‘We (Sarawak) are in the Borneo Island, if people want to come here, they need to take a flight because they cannot use any other mode of transport, but the airfare is expensive.’ – Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Of all the visionary and transformative policies and initiatives that the state government is […]

Takeover trifecta will realise 2030 vision

Dreams can become a reality when we possess a vision that is characterized by the willingness to work hard, a desire for excellence, and a belief in our right and our responsiblity to be equal members of society. – Janet Jackson, American singer and actress All eyes are on Sarawak, particularly the Gabungan Parti Sarawak […]

MASwings’ takeover, proceed cautiously

Running an airline is like having a baby: fun to conceive, but hell to deliver – Collet E. Woolman (1889 – 1966), founder of US Delta Airlines. – Collet E. Woolman (1889 – 1966), founder of US Delta Airlines. WHEN I was sent to Bakun Dam on behalf of the bank to facilitate dam sales […]

Sarawak’s very own airline at the latest early 2024

KUCHING: Sarawak’s own airline expects to begin operating by end of the year or early next year, said Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. “I’m very sure by the end of this year or early next year, we will have our own airline, flying around Southeast Asia. […]

Nod for Sarawak Airline mulling

KUCHING: The mulling of Sarawak Airline for the right approach in improvements on its connectivity received a nod from tourism industry players and experts in Sarawak. On Monday (Nov 23), Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg’s Webinar entitled ‘Sarawak 2021 Budget: Towards A High-Income Society In 2030’ hosted by the Sarawak Business Federation, […]