Deputy minister from SUPP?
KUCHING: The appointment of MPs from Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) as deputy ministers will strengthen Sarawak’s influence in the federal government and result in additional advantages, said Datuk Sim Kiang Chiok. The Sarawak Housing and Real Estate Developers’ Association (SHEDA) Kuching chairman said the advantages included increased financing or development allocation for the state to […]
GPS accepts DAP’s apology; urges them to respect SUPP too
BY ALLAN JAY, JACINTHA JOLENE & GABRIEL LIHAN KUCHING: The Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) has accepted DAP’s apology to the state ruling coalition and the people of Sarawak without any condition. Premier Sarawak Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state government did not request or demand anything from DAP; as the […]
Lim Guan Eng apologises to GPS, Abang Jo for his ‘offensive remarks’
KUCHING: DAP chairman Lim Guan Eng has apologised publicly to the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) state government and Premier Sarawak Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg today. In a Facebook posting, he said, he would like to apologise for his remarks that may have offended Abang Johari and GPS state government. “Let us […]
Sovereign Fund great way to save: SUPP
KUCHING: Most Sarawakians will agree that the setting up of a Sovereign Wealth Future Fund is a great way of saving for the future generation, said Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Stakan Chairman Datuk Sim Kiang Chiok. “The initial set-up fund of RM8 billion is commendable (which is about RM3,300 per population of 2.4 mil) […]
Why do urban voters still support DAP?
KUCHING: Many had expected that the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) would do well in the 15th general election (GE15), especially after having wrested several seats from DAP, including Kota Sentosa, Bukit Assek, Pelawan and Pujut in the state election in December last year. However, SUPP, as part of the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition, […]
Dr Sim: Be patient, it’s going to be a long night
KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian has called on everyone to be patient as it will be a long night before the results of the 15th general election (GE15) are known. He said it would take time and to tally the votes from the various polling stations before the overall results are […]
Big turnout, Dr Sim and wife cast votes
KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian arrived at the SJK Chung Hua Sungai Tapang Hilir voting centre in Batu Kawah here at 9.10am to cast their ballots for the Stampin parliamentary constituency this morning (Nov 19). Dr Sim, who is the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) president, was accompanied by his wife, […]
Sarawak wants a fair federal government, says Dr Sim
KUCHING: Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) president Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian has called on Sarawakians to vote for Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) to give Sarawak a stronger voice in demanding its eroded rights. Dr Sim reminded that Malayan-based coalitions would always put the interest of Sarawakians last. “We are sick and tired of […]
Time to make a stand, Sim tells voters
KUCHING: Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) president Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said the 15th general election (GE15) is the time for Sarawakians to make a stand. “After 59 years, this is our time to unite and make a stand since they are a mess over there in Peninsular Malaysia. “They are no longer […]
50:50 for GPS and DAP in Stampin
Quote: “Whatever it is, it really boils down to the voter turnout, including the new voters and Undi18.” KUCHING: Stampin was the most keenly watched parliamentary seat in last general election in 2018 as it was witnessing ‘Clash of the Chiefs’ between the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) president Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian […]
