Regent of Pahang explores Sarawak’s development
KUCHING: His Royal Highness the Regent of Pahang, Crown Prince Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah Ibni Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billal Shah, visited the Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) Tower, Petros Darul Hana Multi-Fuel Station, and the Algae Nursery Site Resintech SEDC on his fourth day of the official working visit today (Jan 18). His […]
Deputy minister commends Abang Johari’s vision on Sarawak’s development
SIBU: Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s vision for a prosperous and developed Sarawak since 2017 has played a pivotal role in the state’s current status, says Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee. The Deputy Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Minister said Abang Johari’s courage and wisdom successfully guided the state through the […]
Drive community growth, Sagah tells Bidayuh graduates
KUCHING: The Bidayuh community must keep abreast with other communities by being robust in thinking, knowledgeable, progressive and competitive. In stating this, Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah said everyone including Bidayuh graduates has an important role to play in the community and country’s development. “You (graduates) are seen as leaders […]
Jepak voters urged to secure development continuation under GPS
BINTULU: Voters in the Jepak state constituency have been urged to not squander their votes in the upcoming by-election on Nov 4. This call comes in an effort to ensure the retention of the Jepak seat under the leadership of the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition, thus ensuring continued development of the region, said Deputy […]
Sarawak eyes RM20 billion to expedite development
MALUDAM: Sarawak should be allocated between RM10 billion to RM20 billion in the upcoming Malaysia 2024 Budget. Deputy Minister of Women, Childhood and Community Development II, Mohammad Razi Sitam said that the usual allocation of around RM4 billion to RM5 billion for Sarawak each year is still insufficient. “We need at least in the range of RM10 […]
Residents hold out for fair compensation
DEVELOPMENTS undertaken by government are often celebrated as the path to progress, promising a better future for all. The journey of societal advancement is however rarely a smooth ascent, instead, it meanders through valleys of compromises and trade-offs. The same holds true for the Bukit Assek Redevelopment Plan, the Sarawak government’s largest project with an […]
Sarawak’s concert dream: Vibrant global stage
WITH its proven track record of successfully hosting music festivals over the years, it is only a matter of time before Sarawak becomes the host of international concerts. One of the most notable instances was the Konsert Rakyat held on July 22 as part of the 60th Sarawak Independence Day celebrations. The concert attracted over […]
Civil servants urged to innovate for Sarawak’s development goals
KUCHING: Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki has called on civil servants to actively contribute fresh ideas to expedite development and propel Sarawak towards achieving high-income status by 2030. Abu Bakar, who is the Sarawak government secretary, pointed out that Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg consistently introduces novel concepts, urging civil […]
UNIMAS pledges commitment to help develop Sarawak
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) is committed and determined to help the Sarawak government develop the state. The 60th anniversary of Sarawak Merdeka at UNIMAS was celebrated enthusiastically today, with residents donning national and ethnic attire. The ceremony was attended by the university’s chairman Tan Sri Datuk Seri Panglima Sulong Matjeraie, UNIMAS vice-chancellor Professor […]
Increase capability to progress along with state’s development
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The people of Sarawak are called upon to uplift their capability to a higher level so that they can move along with the state government in its efforts to achieve progress. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said it is crucial as the state has now […]
