Tag: timely

Proposal to raise monthly aid timely

KOTA KINABALU: The proposed raise of the Welfare Department’s monthly assistance from RM200 and RM300 to RM1,000 is timely in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic and economic uncertainties, said Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Rina Mohd Harun. She said it showed that the government was keeping up with the times. “We […]

Aid package timely

KUCHING: The announcement of the Sarawakku Sayang Special Aid Package has proven that the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) state government is concerned about the welfare of Sarawakians affected by the movement control order (MCO), said Sarawak Cuepacs (CNS) chairman Ahmad Malie. “CNS hopes this would be able to reduce the burden of people who are […]

Incentive package timely

By Nur Ashikin Louis & Florence Genta KUCHING: Batu Kitang assemblyman Lo Khere Chiang described the ‘Sarawakku Sayang Special Incentive Package’ as timely to assist Sarawakians adversely affected by the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. The incentive package was announced yesterday by Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg. “Being confined indoors for so many days […]