Author: Ma Chee Seng

Sarawak Metro sets record straight on procurement integrity

KUCHING: Sarawak Metro Sdn Bhd has come out in defence of its procurement processes after an assemblywoman cast aspersions on the company’s integrity and governance.  Sarawak Metro’s Chief Executive Officer, Mazli Mustaffa, reiterated the organisation’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity, which include strict adherence to procurement protocols

PMR road projects empower rural communities

SARIKEI: A total of 25 rural road projects have been approved under the Projek Mesra Rakyat (PMR) initiative in the Sarikei constituency to enhance infrastructure and support rural communities. These projects are financed through allocations requested by the Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Environment, and Climate Change, the Member of

Advancing BIM technology in construction industry

SARAWAK is leading the way in modernising its construction industry through the adoption of Building Information Modelling (BIM) technology, in line with the National Construction Policy 2030, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. The Minister for Infrastructure and Port Development highlighted this initiative during his winding-up speech on

Sustainable energy: Sarawak setting new benchmarks

SARAWAK is setting new benchmarks for sustainable energy in Malaysia with transformative projects that position the state as a leader in renewable energy development. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg highlighted these initiatives during his winding-up speech at the State Legislative Assembly sitting today (Nov 20), emphasising

Sarawak civil service poised for change

SARAWAK is bolstering its civil service with transformative initiatives to ensure its workforce is equipped to meet the demands of a rapidly changing future, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced during his ministerial winding-up speech in the August House. The Minister for Finance and New Economy

Sarawak strengthens port governance and develops Tanjung Embang Deep Sea Port

SARAWAK is making significant strides in enhancing its port infrastructure and governance with the recent passage of the Sarawak Ports Authority Bill, 2024, and the ongoing development of the Tanjung Embang Deep Sea Port.  Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas highlighted these initiatives during his ministerial winding-up speech, describing

Sarawak’s ports continue to drive economic growth

DEPUTY Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embass updated the august House on the development and performance of Sarawak’s ports, highlighting significant growth in cargo throughput, efficiency, and infrastructure projects across key port authorities. “From January to September 2024, Kuching Port Authority (KPA) recorded a profit of RM14.47 million, a remarkable

Empowering women, families crucial to progressive society

EMPOWERING women and families is vital to fostering a progressive society, said Women, Childhood, and Community Well-being Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah. Fatimah who highlighted the ministry’s initiatives towards this end, said much has been done through the Sarawak Women and Family Department to enhance the economic and social standing

State to focus on riverbank erosion and flood mitigation projects

PRIORITY will be given to riverbank erosion and flood mitigation efforts across the state. Food Industry, Commodity, and Regional Development MinisterDatuk Seri Dr. Stephen Rundi Utom said the government is committed to ongoing and proposed projects under the Department of Drainage and Irrigation (DID). “Among the key initiatives involves the

Protecting lives from erosion and flooding

The Sarawak government is prioritising riverbank erosion and flood mitigation efforts across several districts, said Minister of Food Industry, Commodity, and Regional Development Datuk Seri Dr. Stephen Rundi Utom.“Among the key initiatives involves Batang Rajang and Baram riverbank protection where proposals for erosion control structures at various longhouses and villages,