STATOS key to pitching Sarawak to Singaporeans

BY JACINTHA JOLENE & SHARIFAH NONG-JASIMA ESTABLISHED in 2019, the Sarawak Trade and Tourism Office Singapore (STATOS) is evidence of the Sarawak government’s expanding presence in Singapore, aiming to tap into the global market, attract increased investments, and promote trade and tourism to the state. Situated at 80 Robinson Road, Singapore, this office functions as […]

Sarawak govt distributes RM1.47mil in compensation for acquired land

SIBU: The Sarawak government has handed out compensation totalling RM1.47mil to 140 individuals whose land had been acquired to pave the way for a water supply project here. Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment, Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the compensation was for land acquired for the Rural Water Supply Project (BALB) […]

CNY do signify bright future for Sarawak

BY GABRIEL LIHAN & NOOR SYAHHIRA HADY KUCHING: The reception by members of the public to the state government’s Chinese New Year open house signified a bright future for Sarawak, said Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom. The Minister for Food Industries, Commodities, and Regional Development said attendees of the state-level Chinese New Year open […]

Bigger Affin stake good for financial ecosystem

KUCHING: The state government’s move to acquire an additional stake in Affin Bank is a strategic step in strengthening the financial ecosystem. Economist Dr Jerome Kueh said this would assist businesses in Sarawak and contribute to the sustainability of economic growth. He stated that one of the main obstacles in business is limited access to […]

Sarawak govt empowers entrepreneurs through infrastructure, knowledge

DARO: The Sarawak government is committed to supporting entrepreneurs in the state by not only providing infrastructure but also imparting knowledge. Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad pointed out the importance of entrepreneurial knowledge in the rapidly changing business landscape due to market and societal shifts. “This is crucial as the entrepreneurial field is dynamic and constantly […]

Social programmes, events welcomed by Sarawak gov’t: Premier

KUCHING: The Sarawak government always welcomes the organisation of social programmes and events as it will benefit the public. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said such programmes and events contribute to the economy and tourism in the state. “Therefore, the state government through the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industries and Performing […]

Sarawak sets aside RM20 mln for mini stadium construction in Tanjung Manis

BELAWAI: The Sarawak government has given the go-ahead for the construction of a a mini stadium in Tanjung Manis with an allocation of RM20 million. The stadium will come complete with comprehensive amenities like racing tracks. Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the initiative will benefit Tanjung […]

Seize study initiatives, Ting tells students

MIRI: The Sarawak government has always been committed to developing the quality of education as well as talent development among students. Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Sebstian Ting said as such various initiatives have been established for Sarawakian students to create more educational opportunities. “Among those initiatives are free higher […]

Sarawak govt plans to enhance Masjid Jamek

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg revealed the Sarawak government’s intention to beautify the Sarawak State Mosque, also known as Masjid Jamek, drawing inspiration from the architecture of the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. During a forum with Sarawak Islamic Agencies (SIC) yesterday (Jan 18), he expressed the desire to […]

Sarawak engaging in discussions for transfer of environmental autonomy

KUCHING: Ongoing efforts are being made to ensure the successful transfer of environmental autonomy into the jurisdiction of the Sarawak government, according to Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment, Datuk Len Talif Salleh. He revealed that discussions are currently underway with relevant ministries to streamline the process, acknowledging the complexity of various […]