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AI to drive new Simanggang traffic light system

SIMANGGANG: The Sarawak Traffic Light Intelligence Logistic Excellence (STILE) system is set to revolutionise traffic management in the town, with full artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities expected to be operational within the next three months. Chairperson of the Sri Aman Development Agency (SADA) Datuk Seri Rohani Abdul Karim said that the

Education Department and Education Ministry respond to fire at SMK Lawas

LAWAS: The State Education Department (JPN) and the Ministry of Education (MoE) acted swiftly following a fire that severely damaged the administrative block of SMK Lawas late Monday night. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek assured that emergency measures were immediately implemented, prioritising the safety of all those affected and initiating the

Another breakthrough for Sarawak Heart Centre

KUCHING: Sarawak marked another advancement in medical care with the Sarawak Heart Centre successfully implanting its first Extravascular Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (EV ICD). Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian commended the breakthrough by Dr Koh Keng Tat and the electrophysiology (EP) team, saying it marks a new chapter

Sarawak pledges support for regional energy transition

SINGAPORE: Sarawak is committed to supporting Southeast Asia’s transition to renewable energy, leveraging its potential as the ‘battery of Asean’ by sharing its abundant renewable energy resources with neighbouring countries through the Asean and Borneo Power Grid connections. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg emphasised the importance

Subsea cable energy link: Commercial discussions underway

SINGAPORE: Sarawak’s ambition to link its energy grid with Singapore and Peninsular Malaysia via a subsea cable has advanced, following the completion of a technical study in partnership with Sembcorp Utilities. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg noted that commercial discussions for the project are moving ahead

Petros and Petronas close to finalising formula for gas management in Sarawak

SINGAPORE: Arrangements between Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) and Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) on the management of new oil and gas fields off the coast of Sarawak in the Balingian province, are expected to be concluded soon. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that the arrangement is

Sarawak achieves 62% sustainable energy consumption in 2024

SINGAPORE: Sarawak has made remarkable strides in renewable energy, achieving 62 per cent of its energy consumption from sustainable sources in 2024. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stressed that this figure exceeds the state’s original target of 60 per cent, underscoring Sarawak’s dedication to sustainable energy

Measures to prevent landslides around longhouses

BETONG: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas has discussed with the Public Works Department (PWD) to initiate slope protection measures aimed at preventing landslides near longhouse areas. Highlighting the importance of proactive measures, the Bukit Saban state assemblyman stressed that the planned efforts are essential to safeguard residents from

Government allocates over RM470 million to strengthen public transportation

KUCHING: The government is committed to ensuring an efficient, affordable, and comfortable public transportation system for all citizens. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that the Rural Air Services for Sarawak and Sabah will continue with an allocation of over RM200 million, which includes new routes from Miri to