Integrity pledge shows commitment of state cabinet
LUNDU: Witnessed by the Malaysia Anti-Corruption Agency (ACA), all the Cabinet members of the Sarawak government, starting with the Premier have pledged and signed the integrity pledge when they formed the new government after the 12th state election. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman) Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya, in a statement here, […]
RM560k approved for SK Kpg Sawai’s new pre-school building
MATU: The Sarawak government has approved an allocation of RM560,000 for the construction of Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Kampung Sawai’s new pre-school building. This was recently announced by Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad during the school’s appreciation ceremony. According to a news report by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (UKAS), for the convenience and comfort of students […]
RM400,000 set aside to repair schools in Mulu
KUCHING: The Sarawak government has allocated RM400,000 for schools in Mulu constituency to undergo repairs and renovation. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Labour, Immigration and Project Monitoring) Datuk Gerawat Gala said despite education coming under the purview of Putrajaya, the state government still channels funds to improve the schools, especially in rural areas. “The […]
Rep assures development for all
SARATOK: The people’s requests for development projects can be fulfilled because of the sound policies of the Sarawak government. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri noted that the development policies have been acknowledged by many parties worldwide, thus bringing in much investment prospects. In fact, Sarawak’s income has improved significantly as a result of Premier Datuk Patinggi […]
RM3.7 mln grants for RC mission schools in Kuching, Serian districts
KUCHING: The Sarawak government has allocated grants of RM3.7 million to help 32 Roman Catholic (RC) mission schools in the Kuching and Serian districts. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil, who is the advisor to the Mission Authority, Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kuching, said the grants disbursed through […]
Premier receives visit from PETRONAS chief
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg received a courtesy visit from the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of PETRONAS Group, Datuk Tengku Muhammad Taufik Tengku Kamadjaja Aziz at Wisma Bapa Malaysia here yesterday (Feb 14). The purpose of the visit was to brief the Premier on the latest development in […]
Sarawak prioritises early childhood development
KUCHING: The Sarawak government has implemented various initiatives to emphasise early childhood development in recognition of the crucial role children play in shaping the state’s future. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Law, State-Federal Relations and Project Monitoring) Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali said various researches show that the characteristics of an adult are […]
An icon that we should be proud of
Let us be fair. There is a reason for everything. The erection of the tallest flagpole in Malaysia here coincides with the 60th anniversary of Sarawak’s independence. – Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, Tourism, Creative Industry And Performing Arts Minister Certain quarters have kicked up a storm following the Sarawak government’s decision to erect […]
Committee to look after Felda assets in Sarawak, says chairman
KUCHING: An action committee will be established between the Sarawak government and Federal Land Development Authority (Felda). Felda chairman Tan Sri Datuk Seri Idris Jusoh said the committee would determine matters, especially assets owned by Felda in Sarawak. Among Felda’s assets in Sarawak are Merdeka Palace Hotel and several farms in Samarahan, Miri, Limbang and […]
Dr Sim: Govt has great plans for Sibu’s development
SIBU: Sarawak has experienced major changes over the past 10 years under the leadership of the late Pehin Sri Tan Sri Adenan Satem and current Premier Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said Sarawak had increased its revenue from RM7 billion in 2018 to RM11.9 billion in […]
