RM6.94mil spent on treatment of kidney patients
BY AMYRA VARKISA & GOH PEI PEI SIBU: A total of 399 Special Kidney Patient Assistance (SKPA) has been approved, with a total expenditure of RM6,944,780 from 2020 to 2023, to assist in alleviating the burden of kidney patients in Sarawak who require treatment for the disease. Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister […]
Development of Sibu Jaya assured
SIBU: The state government is committed to ensuring the development of the Sibu Jaya township, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. “One of the ongoing projects is the construction of the 6.75 km Jalan Sibujaya –Jalan Kong Yit Khim road, expected to be completed in one year. “With the completion of […]
Former GM of govt subsidiary charged with using office by appointing daughter as company officer
MELAKA: A former general manager of a state government subsidiary pleaded not guilty at the Ayer Keroh Sessions Court here today to a charge of using his office for gratification by appointing his daughter to a position in the company. Datuk Abu Bakar Abdul was alleged to have used his office during a job interview […]
MP suggests local authorities take charge
SIBU: The state government is being urged to transfer town planning responsibilities to local authorities, particularly the Sibu Municipal Council (SMC). Sibu MP Oscar Ling Chai Yew cited the example of Ulu Sg Merah and Rantau Panjang, where numerous housing projects were approved without sufficient road infrastructure, leading to severe traffic congestion. “It’s time to […]
Businesses committed to uphold Premier’s vision
KUCHING: The business community in Sarawak is committed to support the vision, initiatives, and policies of the state government. Sarawak Business Federation (SBF) president Datuk Seri Abang Abdul Karim Tun Abang Openg said businesses are taking the cues from Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s leadership. He said the private sector has a […]
No discrimination; we don’t view Chinese school students as stepchildren: Dr Annuar
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is the only state government prioritising policies for students of Independent Chinese Secondary Schools (ICSS). Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee asserted that ICSS students can contribute to the state’s development. Despite debates and challenges in implementation, the Sarawak government adopts this approach because it […]
It will be a sustainable model
KUCHING: The free tertiary-level education policy that will be implemented in 2026 will not affect other development efforts by the state government or cause an increase in taxes. “No, we are not going to cut other development projects or increase taxes just to make this policy sustainable. “We already know that by 2030, our gross […]
Sarawak aims to become pineapple powerhouse
KUCHING: The state government has set a target of 20,000 hectares of pineapple plantation area statewide by the end of 2030. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stated that pineapple has been selected as one of the primary crops with great potential and the ability to generate high returns. The aim is […]
Expediting implementation of Cyber Security Framework
MIRI: The state government is expediting the implementation of the Cyber Security Framework through the cyber security unit, focusing on effective governance, policy, compliance, research, innovation, technology, capacity-building and collaboration. General manager of Sarawak Multimedia Authority (SMA) Datuk Dr Anderson Tiong Ing Heng said cybersecurity was necessary as cybercrime was rapidly growing. “It extends beyond […]
SUPP Grassroots Operation 2.0 launched
KUCHING: The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Kuching Branch launched its SUPP Grassroots Operation 2.0 to actively support the state government in effectively tackling people’s challenges and offering influential policy recommendations and guidance for societal development. “Through this initiative, we aim to strengthen communication and collaboration between the government and the people. “Deepen the government’s […]
