Don’t leave out youth in decision-making
THE views of the young generations should be taken into consideration in the formulation of policies and decision-making process. Former deputy chief minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Alfred Jabu Numpang said the young generations have potentials which should be nurtured. He commended the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government under Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang […]
Fazzrudin says youth must be heard
KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Youth’s strong presence at the grassroots level has brought the voices of the young generation to the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) state government. Deputy Youth chief Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman said the party’s youth wing must remain steadfast and continue its struggle as the youth should and must be heard […]
Maintain peace and harmony
“I am thankful and proud that Sarawakians have remained united and calm in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic and the uncertainty of the world’s economy. “This is the strength that we have and must defend. The trust of Sarawakians in the programmes and efforts of the federal and state governments in tackling the pandemic […]
Preparing the young to be leaders of tomorrow
By Fasiha Kushiri & Alexander Lorna KUCHING: The Nexgen Petra Jaya programme launched by the constituency’s service centre will prepare the young generation to be the state’s future leaders, said Petra Jaya MP Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He said the programme would ensure the involvement of the next generation in leadership building activities and programmes […]
Take advantage of housing deposit scheme
KUCHING: Potential young first-time house buyers have been advised to take advantage of the state government’s Housing Deposit Assistance Scheme (HDAS). Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said the scheme was a great opportunity and initiative by Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg to ease the financial burden […]
Giving back to community in a bigger way
KUCHING: Apart from being a place for charities and non-governmental organisations (NGOs), the Community Social Support Centre (CSSC) Kuching is where the community and government can work closely together. Elica Sdn Bhd managing director Datuk Bobby Ting Sie Ching hoped for the centre to nurture an environment that encourages the younger generation to volunteer their […]
HDAS benefits low-income youth, economy: CM
KUCHING: The Housing Deposit Assistance Scheme (HDAS) has a two-pronged objective. It benefits the low-income group and at the same time impacts the state’s economy. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said while the scheme helped to ease the financial burden of the younger generation (B40 and M40 group) in purchasing […]
Youth support for GPS evident in 12th state election
KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) has the support of the youth as a result of the coalition’s conscious efforts to engage the youth through its policies and programmes. Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Women chief, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said GPS always paid attention to the younger generation in addition to also caring for the […]
Late TYT a gentle soul young must emulate
MUKAH: The late former Head of State Tun Abang Mohammad Salahuddin Abang Barieng had a way with words, which gave him a demeanor that endeared him to the people, especially to his Melanau community. Sarawak Melanau Welfare Trust Board chairman Datuk Aidan Wing, for one, recalled how he was swept off his feet when Salahuddin […]
‘Pass down spirit to protect, develop villages to youth’
BY MOHD ZAHID AHMAD ZAKI KUCHING: “Make sure the spirit to protect and develop your villages is passed down to the younger generation, especially those between 18 and 21 years old.” This is the advice of Political Secretary to Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law), Datuk Seri Syed Hamzah Syed Paie Al-Yahya […]
