Revitalising and transforming Bukit Assek
SIBU: The Sarawak government has committed an initial allocation of RM1 billion with a bold vision to revitalise the dilapidated Bukit Assek area. This substantial investment aims to transform the town from an ugly duckling into a beautiful swan, befitting Sibu’s symbol, and turn Bukit Assek into another “Amsterdam” as envisioned by Premier Datuk Patinggi […]
RM2mil spent to upgrade drainage system in Batu Lintang town
SRI AMAN: The Sarawak government has invested RM2mil to upgrade the drainage system in Batu Lintang town, effectively addressing the long-standing flood issues in the area. Sarawak Deputy Minister for Talent Development, Datuk Francis Harden Hollis highlighted that the completed Projek Rakyat has brought significant benefits to the local community. The inauguration of the upgraded […]
Premier unveils RM160 million riverfront beautification project
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is committed to an extensive upgrade and beautification project along the city’s riverfront, from Kuching Waterfront up to the Satok area this year. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced the project would cost RM160 million, with an initial allocation of RM10 million and is expected to take […]
Premier praised fed govt for returning state’s 52 lots of land
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg today thanked the federal government for returning 52 lots of land that had been acquired from the Sarawak government in accordance with the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). “I would like to thank the leadership of the Unity Government, who have recently agreed to return 52 lots […]
Ministry to repurpose, improve services at Kuching Civic Centre
KUCHING: The Sarawak government, through the Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development, has announced plans to repurpose the Kuching Civic Centre and improve its services as a public leisure or sport centre. Its deputy minister Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu said that this proposal was discussed recently with a focus on redefining the centre’s direction and […]
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 […]
Fed minister heap praises on Sarawak
KUCHING: Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said has heaped praises on the Sarawak government for the various initiatives implemented to achieve success for the state and its people. She made these remarks during the United Malay National Organisation (UMNO) Townhall Session Kota Raja Division, Klang recently, […]
Enhancing professionalism of local contractors
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is actively working to enhance the professionalism of local contractors as it embarks on significant investments in large-scale infrastructure development projects. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas stressed the critical need for improved efficiency and capacity among contractors to ensure the successful and timely delivery of projects to the desired […]
State plans to bring Sebauh within BDA’s jurisdiction
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is planning to include Sebauh under the Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) jurisdiction to ensure better planning and development. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Bintulu is spreading out; hence, it is necessary to ensure its suburbs will be planned and developed properly. “The period between 2020 and 2030 is […]
Samarahan, Kuching residents invited to visit digital exhibition
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Batang Sadong Member of Parliament Rodiyah Sapiee has called on the public, especially people around Kuching, Asajaya and Sadong Jaya, not to miss the opportunity to visit the ongoing Digital Exhibition here. She was present to attend the soft opening of the Digital Exhibition in conjunction with the 60 Years of Sarawak Independence […]
