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Sarawakians urged to cherish Independence spirit

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The “Sarawak Maju Makmur” slogan has reminded us of the significance of Sarawak’s independence. Muara Tuang assemblyman, Datuk Idris Buang, highlighted that Sarawak stands out in Malaysia for its harmonious blend of religions, races, cultures, and ethnicities. He noted that every July and August, Sarawakians commemorate the nation’s independence. “Thousands gather annually for […]

60th year of Sarawak independence holds special significance

SIBU: The 60th year of the Sarawak independence celebration holds special importance as the state aspires to become one of Malaysia’s developed regions by 2030 under the visionary leadership of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, said Christopher Gira Sambang. The Tamin assemblyman said that the year 2020 has been an unprecedented […]

Sarawak Merdeka Convoy journey progressing smoothly

BY ZAHID ZAKI KUCHING: The Sarawak Merdeka Convoy continues its the zero kilometre journey to Telok Melano in conjunction with the 60th Sarawak Independence Day celebration. Beginning from the Majma Mall compound, the participants of the convoy are now on their 130-km journey to Telok Melano. The convoy was flagged off by Deputy Premier Datuk […]

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 […]

Tatau Fest from July 29 to Aug 13

TATAU: The 2023 Tatau Festival will be held at Sungai Jatan Community Park from July 29 to August 13. According to the Minister in the Premier’s Department Datuk John Sikie Tayai, for this year’s festival, the targeted return is about RM3.8 million. He made these remarks after chairing the Tatau Festival 2023 coordination meeting here, […]

City roads to close for Independence parade

KUCHING: Several roads in Kuching city will be closed in conjunction with the 60th Anniversary of Sarawak Independence parade. Kuching police chief ASP Ahsmon Bajah, in a statement said, the rally and parade in conjunction with the celebration will be held on July 22 at Padang Merdeka Kuching. Among the affected roads are the intersection […]

60th independence anniversary celebration to showcase Sarawak’s success and unity

KUCHING: July 22 will witness a grand celebration of Sarawak’s 60th independence anniversary, designed to strengthen the sense of identity and pride among the state’s residents as accomplished and prosperous Sarawakians. Datuk Abdullah Saidol shared that the event, themed ‘Sarawak Maju Makmur’, would feature a special programme highlighting the developmental journey of Sarawak over the […]

Sarawak Independence Day Blood Donation Campaign on July 22

MIRI: The 722 Sarawak Independence Day Blood Donation Campaign 2023 will be held on July 22 from 8.30 am to 1 pm at the Malaysian Red Crescent (MRC) Training Institute, Jalan Bulan Sabit here. Miri Blood Donor Recruitment Committee chairman Karambir Singh said the blood donation drive is supported by the Miri Hospital and its […]

Sarawak Kembara Merdeka convoy arrives in Balingian

BALINGIAN: The Sarawak Kembara Merdeka convoy arrived in Balingian from Mukah in conjunction with the Sarawak 60th Independence Day. A total of 18 vehicles were involved and continued their tour to Balingian, on Saturday. The convoy was flagged off by Federal Deputy Minister of Economy and Mukah Member of Parliament Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib from […]

History and leadership spotlighted at digital exhibition

BY NUR FARIHAN RAZALI MUKAH: Sarawak showcases its progress through a digital exhibition as part of the 60th Independence anniversary celebration. Deputy Minister of Economy, Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib, said that the purpose of the event was to deepen our understanding of Sarawak’s development. Hanifah said, through the digital exhibition, we can learn about the […]