KUCHING: Sarawak’s capital has once again clinched the title of Malaysia’s most affordable tourist destination, according to digital travel platform Agoda. The platform’s latest ranking of budget-friendly destinations revealed that Kuching boasts the country’s most competitive room rates from August to September. “Based on booking data from June 15 to
KUCHING: The second phase of infrastructure construction for the Malaysian Islamic Skills Institute Sarawak (Ikmas) here is expected to be completed this year. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr. Mohd Na’im Mokhtar,said the project includes the construction of a mosque, academic blocks, dormitories and a library.
KUCHING: The Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) is inviting the public to a weekend under the stars with its ‘Glamping in the City’ event on Aug 17 and 18. It will be held in conjunction with the Music Festival 2024 at the Kuching Amphitheater, kicking off at 4pm. In a
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has once again underlined the Sarawak government’s commitment to human capital development with the announcement of new master’s scholarships. “The government hopes that all citizens will work together towards prosperity, adhering to the belief of ‘teaching one to fish rather
KUCHING: E-hailing operators are a critical component of the public transportation industry. Alongside bus operators and the upcoming ART system, e-hailing services are essential in creating a robust and comprehensive public transportation network in Kuching. “Their flexibility, convenience and accessibility complement other modes of transport, providing residents with seamless connectivity
KUCHING: Suggestions and input from the chef de missions (CDMs) or contingent leaders from each state should enhance preparations for the 21st Para Malaysia Games (SUKMA) Sarawak 2024. Minister of Women, Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said this year’s Para SUKMA will feature 334 events. She
KUCHING: Sarawak holds the legal right to regulate minerals and other underground resources within a radius of 200 nautical miles, affirmed Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali, Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Office (Law, MA63, and State-Federal Relations). She noted that this jurisdiction also includes the management of carbon capture,
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is taking serious steps to cater to the needs of media practitioners covering the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA), which will take place from August 17 to 24. Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department (Corporate Affairs, Information, and Sarawak Public Communications Unit – UKAS), Datuk Abdullah
KUCHING: The Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (PUSAKA) has formally adopted an Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery Policy, which was approved by its chairman on June 21. The corporation marked the occasion with a signing ceremony on Monday at Wisma Sumber Alam, Petra Jaya. PUSAKA general manager Zainal Abidin Abdullah and the
KUCHING: A heritage building in front of Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) is facing the wrecking ball amid plans to address chronic flooding in the area. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah expressed deep concern over the proposed demolition of the former nurse hostel,
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