What we love about our state
BY GABRIEL LIHAN & JAMES WONG Sarawak has a long-lasting history of wonderful culture, beautiful traditions, and amazing foods that have been etched in the lives of so many proud Sarawakians. To commemorate 60 years of independence, New Sarawak Tribune delved into the hearts of Sarawakians from all walks of life to understand their profound […]
Head of State: Stay united, celebrate diversity
KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud urges Sarawakians to remain united in peace and harmony while celebrating their diversity. In his Sarawak Day 2023 message today, Taib said he is confident in Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s leadership, stating that Sarawak can become a developed state by […]
Sarawak celebrates 60 years of progress
“You need lofty goals. Then cement it with a great work ethic.” — Jerry West “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” — Eleanor Roosevelt Sarawak is gearing up to celebrate its 60th anniversary of independence this year. The occasion, which falls on July 22, 2023, will be marked […]
Keep July 22 sacred in memory of fighters
KUCHING: The sacred date of July 22 is for the people to continue commemorating the services of Sarawak’s fighters, said Azizul Annuar Adenan. The Tanjong Datu assemblyman said this when officiating at the “Walk a Mile” programme in conjunction with Lundu Heart Day 2022 at the Lundu Town Square yesterday. “Continue to remember the services […]
Public throng Sibu Indoor Stadium, crowds turning up early for Sarawak Day do
SIBU: The Sibu Indoor Stadium was filled with excited members of the public attending the Sarawak Day celebration as early as 6pm. Thomas Luke was amongst the earliest to arrive expressed his excitement to watch the night’s spectacular line up of performances. Admitting that he has seen the performances in full rehearsal, the 18-year-old student […]
Sarawak Day celebrated with 40-car convoy in Tatau
BINTULU: Sarawak Day was observed enthusiastically today in Tatau with a vehicle convoy hosted by the Anap Recreation Club. About 40 vehicles have joined the convoy with 100 participants involved. The club’s chairman Gilbert Ngadi said their convoy started from Pasar Lama Tatau and then around Tatau town before going to Wong Adai, Jalan Sangan […]
All systems go for Sarawak Day do in Sibu
SIBU: The Sibu Indoor Stadium is all set for tonight’s Sarawak Day celebration. Approximately 1,200 invited guests including Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Pehin Sri Abdul Taib and wife Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Raghad Kurdi Taib as well as Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and wife Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tun […]
PM wishes Sarawak continued prosperity
KUCHING: On Sarawak Day, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob had wished that Sarawak would continue to prosper. He also wished the people in the state to be in harmony. “The date, July 22 is a very special day as it commemorates the handing over of the administration of the state to the citizens […]
Kuchingites treated to free Sarawak’s iconic laksa
KUCHING: Locals here were treated to free Sarawak laksa in conjunction with the Sarawak Day celebration at Serapi Corner, Mile 7 today. Serapi Group director Mohd Fardzren Mohd Azizuddin said that the restaurant had prepared a total of 250 bowls of laksa and distributed free to its loyal customers and visitors from 8am onwards. “In […]
Over 1,000 attend Sarawak Day prayer service
KUCHING: About 1,200 congregated for a special prayer service held in conjunction with Sarawak Day at Christian Ecumenical Worship Centre (CEWC), Jalan Stampin last night. This included people from different denominations, turning up in different ethnic costumes showcasing the unique colours of Sarawak. The theme for this year’s event was “You Shall Be A Blessing”, […]
