Priority to empowerment of rural development

KUCHING: Development plans in Sarawak will continue to be closely monitored to improve infrastructure in rural areas. “The empowerment of rural development agenda will always be given priority in line with the Rural Development Policy,” said Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin today. He said this in his speech during the Shared Prosperity Vision 2030 […]

World-class infrastructure to achieve Sarawak’s 2030 aspirations

KUCHING: World-class infrastructure is needed to make Sarawak’s 2030 aspirations a reality, Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg stressed. As such, the Chief Minister said the Sarawak government had been pumping in the necessary funds. “It’s not easy to achieve Sarawak’s 2030 target. There are many challenges. We need to create a climate of confidence […]

Way forward for Sarawak very promising

KUCHING: Sarawak has greater potential than most states in terms of generating more revenue, said Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. “You still have your oil and gas, so the potential is great. Therefore, Sarawak’s ability to move forward quickly is very substantial compared to some other states and perhaps even compared to Putrajaya in […]

China willing to help Sarawak

KUCHING: China is willing to assist Sarawak in its development, including infrastructure and technology, says Consul-General of the People’s Republic of China in Kuching, Cheng Guangzhong. He said one example was high-end bridge construction, which required strong technical support and the manufacturing industry. “China is well-known for its strong ability in infrastructure development – efficient, […]

Sim optimistic Sarawak will recover

KUCHING: Sarawak Housing and Real Estate Developers’ Association (Sheda) Kuching chairman Is optimistic about Sarawak’s economy this year. Datuk Sim Kiang Chiok said the economic situation could not be as bleak as March last year during the first movement control order (MCO) period when  the state’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) dropped by 17.5 percent. “My […]

Sarawak in steady hands under Abang Jo’s leadership

KUCHING: Sarawak is in steady hands under the leadership of Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg, said Datuk Talib Zulpilip. The Minister in the Chief Minister’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman) pointed out that four years ago, the change in chief ministership happened at the most unexpected time. Even so, he described the moment […]

CM has done so much for Sarawak

KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng hopes that Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg will continue to lead Sarawak to greater heights. Wishing Abang Johari happy fourth anniversary as the sixth chief minister of Sarawak, Wee said Abang Johari had worked tirelessly since he assumed office and had […]

Pat on the back for Abang Johari

KUCHING: Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg has thus far done very well in maintaining peace in the state and bringing the much needed development to the state, said political analyst Datuk Peter Minos. While wishing Abang Johari happy fourth anniversary as the sixth chief minister of Sarawak, he said Abang Johari had […]

Review areas under mining lease for development

BAU: The state government was called upon to review the areas under the ‘mining lease’ here in order to make way for development. Tasik Biru assemblyman Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said gold mining and trade activities flourished in Bau from 1820 until 2014. As of now, gold mining activities have completely ceased. “Despite the cessation […]

Political stability key to progress

KUCHING: Assistant Minister of Youth and Sports Datuk Snowdan Lawan hoped to see continuous political stability under the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government. This will ensure that the priorities in developing the state can be pursued when the 12th Malaysia Plan (12 MP) begins, he pointed out. “As the elected representative for Balai Ringin, I […]