Sarawakians encouraged to pursue tertiary education at UTS

SIBU: Sarawakians are encouraged to enrol and pursue their studies at University Technology Sarawak (UTS) here given that it has the highest graduate employability rate in Malaysia. State Assistant Education, Science and Technological Research Minister Dr Annuar Rapaee noted that the university offered a wide range of courses from bachelor’s degrees to professional certificates that […]

Restoring eroded rights: Efforts are in tandem with Keluarga Malaysia

KUCHING: Sarawak’s efforts to restore its eroded rights should not be viewed as solely in the interest of the state but rather as a step towards further strengthening the identity of Sarawakians as part of the larger Keluarga Malaysia (Malaysian Family). Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg assured that Sarawakians sincerely hoped that […]

Sarawakian unity the country’s benchmark

KUCHING: National Unity Minister Datuk Halimah Mohamed Sadique hopes that the spirit of unity shown by the people of Sarawak can be translated in other locations in the country so that there would be no strife among the various races. “If we want to observe unity occurring in a very good, lively, and healthy atmosphere […]

Chinese federation gives the thumbs-up

The Federation of Kuching, Samarahan and Serian Divisions Chinese Associations Sarawak has welcomed Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob’s Keluarga Malaysia (Malaysian Family) concept. “I personally think that Malaysia still needs to instil and inculcate such values to neutralise the polarisation of race, religion and cultural issues in Peninsular Malaysia. “We sincerely hope that […]

Abolition of entry requirement welcome news

KUCHING: The abolition of EnterSarawak requirement for fully vaccinated Sarawakians to enter the state is welcome news especially for those who have not returned to their hometown since the Covid-19 outbreak almost two years ago. Assistant Minister of Utilities (Water Supply) Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi hoped that the decision would cheer up the community […]

Vaccinated Sarawakians can return home freely

KUCHING: Only Sarawakians with complete vaccination status do not need to apply through EnterSarawak to return to the state. Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) in a statement today (Oct 17) said they would need to fill in the e-Health Declaration Form (eHDF) and do not need to go through Covid-19 swab test. “They still need […]

Crucial for Sarawakians to remain united

KUCHING: Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg has reiterated that it is crucial for the people of Sarawak to remain united and to have a strong government. He pointed out that economic prosperity could only be achieved if the people were united in a peaceful and harmonious state. “I am grateful that within […]

Changing to Malaya address maybe unwise move

KUCHING: Sarawakians staying in Malaya are advised not to change the address on their identity cards to the place where they currently reside. Parti Aspirasi Rakyat Sarawak (Aspirasi) president Lina Soo said this was because once they change their residential address, their voting station would be different. She was commenting on a statement from Deputy […]

A capable leader who cares for all Sarawakians

KUCHING: Through the 2022 State Budget, Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg has once again shown he is a capable leader who cares for all Sarawakians. “He deserves our support to lead us through this pandemic to a better future in which no Sarawakian will be left behind,” said Sarawak United People’s Party […]

Significant strides made in helping Sarawakians

KUCHING: Since its establishment on Sept 30, 2011, the Welfare, Community Wellbeing, Women, Family and Childhood Development Ministry (KWKPK) has made significant strides in its efforts to ensure that the wellbeing and welfare of all Sarawakians are well taken care of. Over the decade, the ministry has successfully weathered challenges with the support of its […]