Author: Osman Razali

Support for unity gov’t and Sarawak gov’t crucial

KUCHING: Support for the unity government and the Sarawak government is crucial to fully realise the negotiations regarding the demands outlined in the 1963 Malaysia Agreement (MA63). Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) Batang Lupar branch chief Abang Zulkifli Abang Engkeh stated that the unity government bears a greater responsibility to achieve

Resident remains enthusiastic despite not able to present gift to Queen

SIMANGGANG: A resident from Jalan Brayun here is eager to present a contemporary-style woven belt as a gift to Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah during the Kembara Kenali Borneo convoy’s visit on Tuesday (Sept 12). Angelia David, a registered member of the Malaysian Craft Development Corporation, expressed

Saying it in sketches: Teacher draws royals in gratitude

KUCHING: A teacher who was swept away by the wave of excitement prompted by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s Kembara Kenali Borneo visit to Miri is now putting the final touches to sketches she has drawn of the royal entourage. In 96 hours Dayang Azyura Abang Yusup has already done portraits

Disabled let down by change in royal programme

SIMANGGANG: Disabled Wan Hamli Wan Osman, was hoping to meet the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah. The 45-year-old was waiting excitedly at the Bandar Sri Aman Mosque for the arrival of the royal couple and their entourage after learning that they would stop in Sri Aman as

Time constraints see royals skip Sri Aman

SIMANGGANG: A scheduled stopover by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah and Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Maimunah Iskandariah had to be cancelled owing to time constraints. The cancellation which was only relayed to a waiting public at about 3.20pm left many disappointed as it would have

RM200,000 allocated for SMK Kalaka infrastructure upgrade

A sum of RM200,000 allocated under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) will be utilised to enhance the infrastructure of SMK Kalaka. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri expressed gratitude for the assistance provided by the Sarawak government to improve infrastructure, particularly for schools whose premises are owned by the federal government. He

Military to join Saratok level Malaysia Day celebration

SIBU: The celebration of Malaysia Day at the Saratok District level on Sept 30 is expected to be a festive event with the participation of the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM). Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri stated that several activities involving the national security forces have already been discussed with the Commander

RM830,000 RTP projects in Kabong set for timely completion

KABONG: Seven projects falling under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) within the constituency, amounting to RM830,000 in value, are expected to be completed within a three-month timeframe. Kabong assemblyman Mohd Chee Kadir announced that these projects encompass the improvement of six jetty lanes and the enhancement of the People’s Sports

Razi wants IT elements in adult literacy classes

KUCHING: The Functional Literacy Education (PLF) and Adult Literacy Education for Skills (LEADS) classes conducted by the Department of Community Development (Kemas) can be further improved with information technology (IT). Deputy Minister of Women, Childhood and Community Development Mohamad Razi Sitam said there should be no limits to enhancing PLF

Saratok honours 60 years, armed veterans

SARATOK: The district is gearing up for a special Malaysia Day celebration later this month, and one of the main attractions is the parade by the Malaysian Armed Forces Veteran Association (PVATM). Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri, said that this event is in honour of the brave independence fighters. These heroes