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Mega projects to spur Sibu economy

SIBU: Sibu division is poised to benefit from two important mega projects in the near future, namely the Mid Rajang Regional Development Agency (MiRRDA) and the Bukit Assek Urban Renewal project. Sibu Division Resident, Datuk Wong Hee Sieng pointed out that the success of these development projects would boost Sibu’s economic landscape, however it all […]

PSB to dissolve after delegates confab on Saturday

SIBU: Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) is scheduled to hold its extraordinary delegates conference at Joystar Garden Restaurant here on Saturday (Feb 17). The party, in a press release today (Feb 13), said the agenda for the 3 pm meeting includes a resolution to dissolve the party. “The opening address will be delivered by PSB president […]

No by-election needed with parties’ merger

SIBU: The Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) and Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) ‘marriage’ will not trigger a by-election. PDP president Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said that the move would be planned and processed in accordance with existing law. “We will not trigger a by-election, and we will not violate the Anti-Hopping Law,” he told reporters […]

Push for Sibu as culture-rich tourist destination.

SIBU: The local community and tourism operators are urged to work together to repackage Sibu as a culturally rich tourist destination. In making this call, Federal Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said the community must bring out the best of Sibu’s characteristics. Tiong, who is also the Bintulu Member of […]

University of Technology Sarawak advocates scholarly writing for ranking improvement

SIBU: University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) chairman Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee has pointed out the significance of scholarly writing and its contribution to the university’s ranking during the launch of the UTS Publisher’s 2024 book collection. He noted the need for functions that encourage lecturers to engage in scholarly writing and publication. He expressed a […]

Pre-festive spring cleaning from Feb 1

SIBU: The Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) is kicking off the New Year with a spring-cleaning initiative that will be held from Feb 1 until Feb 9 in preparation for the festive season. “In conjunction with the upcoming Chinese New Year celebration, Sibu Municipal Council will put roll-on-roll-off (RORO) bins at several areas for bulky waste […]

LAKIS kindergarten to have its own building

SIBU: The proposal for the Lembaga Amanah Kebajikan Islam Sibu (LAKIS) kindergarten to have its own building at Masjid An-Nur compound is underway said Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee. The Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation, and Talent Development said that the kindergarten is currently renting a house for its operation. “I have discussed with Land Custody […]

‘Enrol in Yayasan Sarawak international secondary school’

SIBU: Parents of Primary 4 pupils are urged to enrol their children to Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School (YSISS) in Sibu for it to begin its operations in 2026. In making this call, Education, Innovation, and Talent Development Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee said he already requested for the school to be completed by […]

PMSB has trained 21,000 sailors

SIBU: Pelita Maslaut Sdn Bhd (PMSB) has trained approximately 21,000 sailors since its establishment 24 years ago, said Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine. Royston lauded PMSB for its efforts and deemed the training institution as a source of pride for Sarawakians as it was the only maritime academy in Sarawak that had achieved such excellence. “Congratulations […]

Youth urged to have fighting spirit

SIBU: The younger generation is urged not to readily surrender when confronted with challenges in the workforce. Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine said that the younger generation, regardless of their field of work, must have a fighting spirit. He added that these individuals’ potential could be observed in schools. “The training institutes they enter not only […]