OVER half of Sarawak’s 2025 State Budget development expenditure of RM10.9 billion — the largest development allocation in Sarawak’s history — will be directed towards rural development initiatives. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the budget will earmark RM6.8 billion or 62 per cent, specifically for
PRIVATE investments in Sarawak reached RM9.77 billion as of the third quarter of 2024, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said RM6.84 billion in private investments had been secured in the first half of the year, with an additional RM2.93 billion approved under the manufacturing
SARAWAK’S revenue for 2024 is projected to reach RM14 billion, surpassing the previous year’s record of RM13.3 billion, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said as of October 2024, Sarawak’s revenue collection stands at RM12.2 billion and is expected to surpass 2023’s record based on
SARIKEI: Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii, the Sarikei MP and Repok assemblyman, has been re-elected as Chairman of the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Sarikei Branch for the 2025-2027 term. The SUPP Sarikei Branch held its Triennial General Meeting (TGM) and elections today (Nov 10). The Youth Section convened in
KUCHING: Sarawak’s strong foundation of tolerance, mutual understanding and respect across all races serves as a model for other Malaysian states, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He noted that Sarawak’s unity is reflected in its people celebrating each other’s festivals, which strengthens community bonds. “The strong unity
KUCHING: The MA63 Implementation Action Council (MTPMA63) Technical Committee will deliberate on allocating one-third of parliamentary seats for Sabah and Sarawak in the first quarter of next year. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the committee will gather reports from three legal advisors representing the federal, Sabah and
KUCHING: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof will propose to the Federal Government that Deepavali be declared a public holiday in the state. He said the Sarawak government is aware of this issue that has often been raised by the Indian community in the state. “Many expressed their concerns
KUCHING: Parents must equip their children with not only knowledge but also the skills necessary to navigate future challenges in this increasingly digital era, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He said this preparation was essential to ensure Sarawak’s youth were informed and cautious about the risks of
KUCHING: The Sarawak-China Friendship Association (SFCA) has proposed that the Sarawak government establish trade and tourism promotion centres in major Chinese cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou to strengthen economic and cultural ties. SFCA president Datuk Wee Kok Tiong said these centres could enhance Sarawak’s visibility and showcase its
KUCHING: Sarawak is keen to strengthen its collaboration with China across areas such as education, clean energy, and cultural exchange, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He expressed confidence that the partnership between Malaysia, Sarawak, and China would continue to evolve and adapt to meet the
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