Ministry encourages Sarawakian performers to showcase talents worldwide
KUCHING: The Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts aims to provide Sarawakian performers with opportunities to gain recognition and perform beyond the state’s borders, according to minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. “This is the reason why I think it’s time for Sarawak to have a Centre of Performing Arts. “I don’t […]
High-income state: We worked hard, says Nancy
KUCHING: The achievement and recognition of Sarawak as a high-income state by the World Bank reflects the dedicated efforts of Sarawakians and their leaders. Federal Minister of Women, Family, and Community Development Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri pointed out that Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has been working hard to improve Sarawak’s […]
Fire chief: You can afford expensive home sets but not fire extinguishers!
SIBU: Sarawakians generally can afford expensive sofas, and televisions incorporating modern technology, for their homes but when it comes to equipping their premises with the all-important fire extinguishers, they have second thoughts. But things are going to change soon. The proposed amendments to the Sarawak Building Ordinance will make it compulsory for every household to […]
Sarawakians advised to utilise opportunities provided
ASAJAYA: Sarawakians are advised to take advantage of all the opportunities given by the government in an effort to improve living standards while not being completely dependent on assistance. Deputy Minister of Rural and Regional Development, Datuk Rubiah Wang said the people also needed to play a role in efforts towards achieving the government’s wishes […]
Iconic flagpole to be fully erected by Nov
KUCHING: The nation’s tallest flagpole is expected to be fully erected by Nov this year. In disclosing this, Deputy Minister of Utilities and Telecommunications Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said that at the moment, the physical progress of the flagpole is at 25.2 per cent, which is 7.02 per cent ahead of its schedule. “This […]
Crucial to report rabies cases
KUCHING: Sarawakians are urged to download the Rabies App to report cases and obtain important information on rabies cases in the state. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said with the application provided by the Department of Veterinary Services Sarawak (DVSS), the community can report cases concerning stray animals or suspected rabid cases. […]
Multilingual will give Sarawakians the edge
KUCHING: If most Sarawakians can master two or more languages, it will certainly be advantageous for them, said Datuk Richard Wee. The Sarawak United Association of Chinese School Boards of Management (Sha Dong Zong) treasurer and Kuching Chung Hua Middle Schools No. 1, 3, and 4 Management Committee chairman noted that Mandarin language will gain […]
Very happy to see Anwar in person
KUCHING: Sarawakians were delighted Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim visited Sarawak yesterday. At Kubah Ria, thousands of people turned up to see Anwar during the Majlis Kenduri Bersama Rakyat in conjunction with his two-day Unity Government Tour programme to Sarawak. Here are some public comments on the Prime Minister’s visit: LARRY FRANCIS I am […]
Cops urged to act against racial extremists
KUCHING: Sarawakians are urged to pay heed to the Sultan of Perak’s call to reject extreme racial and religious speech or actions. Political analyst Datuk Peter Minos echoed the Sultan’s call to take serious action against any Malaysians who expressed extreme racial and religious views which can incite ill-feeling, hatred and conflict in the society. […]
Divisive culture not for Sarawakians
KUCHING: Sarawakians must continue living harmoniously and not condon the divisive behavior found in the peninsula, says Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian. He said Sarawak is a united state and does not need to follow a culture such as that in Malaya. “Currently, Sarawak is at an upper level where we are […]
