Sng comes out in support of casino idea
KUCHING: Julau MP Datuk Larry Sng is all for the idea of setting up a casino here. He said having a casino may be controversial but a bold move which will spur the state’s tourism and hospitality industry manifolds. “I am coming out in support because of the economic spin-offs and job opportunities that could […]
Potentially another unique tourism product
KUCHING: The inaugural Borneo International Garden Expo Sarawak (BIGEXS) 2023 has the potential to be another unique tourism product for Sarawak in the next five years. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the expo can become a new tourist attraction event, akin to the significant homegrown […]
More new museums coming up to attract visitors
KUCHING: Sarawak will see the opening of new museums and galleries this year as they are popular among tourists. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the Brooke Dockyard Industrial Heritage Museum, Santubong Archaeological Park, the Wallace Centre, Limbang Museum and Rumah Sri Aman Gallery will open […]
Bau a potential stand-out attraction: Karim
BAU: Bau’s potential as a tourism draw has won Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah’s vote of approval. The Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts said with its history and natural beauty, Bau had lots to offer to tourists, whether from overseas or locals, noting the fast-paced changes in terms of development in […]
Sarawak gets education, health autonomy
SIBU: The federal government has in principle agreed to return autonomy in education and health to Sarawak, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. “Yes, that (the return of autonomy in education and health to Sarawak) is already agreed in principle. So, we are now working on the detailing part,” he said when asked […]
Serian International Remote Control Carnival draws more international participants
SERIAN: The Serian International Remote Control Carnival has thrilled folk here yet again, and this time with even more international participation. The fifth edition drew 154 participants from Dubai, Thailand, Brunei, Kuwait, Abu Dhabi, Indonesia, and Peninsular Malaysia, with eight categories contested. Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Datuk Roland Sagah Wee Inn lauded […]
Let retirees and university students become tourist guides in Sarawak, says Abdul Karim
KUCHING: Sarawak may be looking at the feasibility of getting retirees and university students to become tourist guides in the state. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said it is common to see pensioners or university students working as tourist guides overseas. “Personally, I see we should […]
Sibu Central Market needs rebranding to draw more visitors
SIBU: Sibu Central Market needs to undergo a transformation to attract more visitors, says Clarence Ting Ing Horh. The Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) chairman said the iconic market seemed to get fewer visitors now that people had more alternative places to shop. The alternative places, he noted, were supermarkets that offered cheaper vegetables and fruits. […]
Sarawak seeks to draw more tourists from India
KUCHING: Sarawak aims to further grow its tourism industry, with more tourist arrivals from India as one of its focus. Sarawak Tourism Board chief executive officer Sharzede Salleh Askor pointed out that India ranked number four in the state’s tourism market list. “It is a journey for Sarawak, the Indian market is a significant market […]
Empower community to develop tourist attractions
KUCHING: Tourism officials and stakeholders are urged to jointly work with members of the community in efforts to allow them to take a greater role in safeguarding and developing their areas into tourist attractions. Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said in order to revitalise any host […]
