State all for more international sports events
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is encouraging local sports associations and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to organise more international events in the state. Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu said this is to enhance the development agenda and elevate the status of local sports. “As you can see, Sarawak is the […]
Daro residents give thumbs up to gov’t initiated projects
BY NUR FARIHAN RAZALI DARO: The local residents here will have access to various facilities, thanks to the projects initiated by the Sarawak government. This will certainly further boost the local economy and attract outsiders to visit the area, Several Daro residents were asked to give their views and feedback on this issue. AISAH MOHD. […]
1,879 cops to be deployed for Kembara Kenali Borneo in Sarawak
KUCHING: Sarawak police are deploying a total of 1,879 police personnel for field assignments during the upcoming ‘Kembara Kenali Borneo’ tour from Sept 7 to 13 in the state. Police Commissioner Datuk Mohd Azman Ahmad Sapri said they will ensure that the tour will run smoothly, in terms of security, VVIP escorts and traffic control. […]
UNIFOR disburses RM1.35 mil to 13 Kedup recipients
KUCHING: The Sarawak government through the Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) has disbursed a total of RM1.35 million in funding to 13 beneficiaries for the construction of new places of worship in the Kedup constituency. Kedup assemblyman Martin Ben was present to hand over the cheque to respective recipients during a simple handing over ceremony […]
Karim woos Indonesian airlines to enhance connectivity
KUCHING: The Sarawak government has held discussions with several Indonesian airlines to facilitate the introduction of additional direct flights between Indonesia and Sarawak. During his recent visit to Indonesia, Minister of Tourism, Creative Industries and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said he had engaged in meetings with two airlines from Indonesia. “The […]
Calling for entries for Digital Economy Awards 2023
KUCHING: The Sarawak government through the Sarawak Multimedia Authority (SMA) is introducing the Digital Economy Awards 2023 (DEA2023). The event aims to recognise individuals and organisations driving digital initiatives in Sarawak, propelling the region towards a digitally empowered future. “DEA2023 is inviting innovative ideas and ground-breaking solutions from all Sarawakians to take centre stage on […]
Sibu houses of worship receive RM1.3 mln from UNIFOR
SIBU: The Sarawak government contributed a total of RM1.3 million to four places of worship in the Dudong constituency here yesterday. The recipients, namely the Salim Da Wang Gong Association received RM1,000,000, and the Methodist Care Centre, Sibu Sikh Temple, and BEM Usahaja each received RM100,000. The cheques were presented by the Progressive Democratic Party […]
Sarawak plans to adopt Sweden’s waste-to-energy management policy
STOCKHOLM: The Sarawak government is looking towards Sweden’s proven waste-to-energy (WTE) management policy for an effective solution to the state’s waste disposal system. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said such initiatives are very significant in the search for a more sustainable solution to waste management in Sarawak. He noted that Sweden’s […]
Sweden’s ombudsman best model for Sarawak to adopt: Abang Johari
STOCKHOLM: The Sarawak government is on the right track in adopting the best practice model of the Swedish Institute of Ombudsman. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the move is important towards establishing the Sarawak ombudsman as a machinery of the state government as well as ensuring good governance, transparency and […]
Sarawak plans for largest protected area in Malaysia
KUCHING: The Sarawak government intends to create more protected areas with over 1 million hectares of terrestrial areas and over 1.6 million hectares of marine landscape. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said with this, Sarawak will have the largest protected area system in Malaysia, under the category of National Parks, Nature […]
