Author: Osman Razali

Plans to get back cancelled projects

BETONG: The state government may have plans to get back those projects that were cancelled by the previous federal government. One of the projects is Batang Lupar Bridge which would have been built by the federal and state governments on a 50-50 basis. Assistant Minister of Infrastructure & Ports Development

‘It’s to save the country’

BETONG: The move to allow Gabungan Parti Sarawak MPs to join the Perikatan Nasional (PN) federal Cabinet is seen as an effort to save the country. Hence, the youth wing of Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS), in particular, that of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB), has praised the Chief Minister Datuk

Cooperation to strengthen Sarawak’s call

LINGGA: The cooperation between Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) in Perikatan Nasional (PN) is expected to strengthen Sarawak’s call on the return of its rights as enshrined in Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). Lingga assemblywoman Simoi Peri said the decision by Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg along with other

Fighting dengue together

ROBAN: Residents from four longhouses here showed their full support and commitment by participating in SK Sungai Nyiar’s gotong-royong programme in conjunction with an anti-dengue campaign yesterday. The school’s headmaster Lumpoh Entamin said the programme was attended not only by the pupils but also their parents and the local community.

State allocates RM797 million for agricultural development

BETONG: Layar assemblyman Gerald Rentap Jabu is encouraging farmers here not only to plant long-term crops but also crops that can generate speedy income. He revealed yesterday he had asked the communities in his constituency to produce an iconic product within two years. “In today’s digital world, reasons such as

Strong emphasis on English by state government

BETONG: The Sarawak government, under the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition, places a strong emphasis on English language proficiency among Sarawakians. According to Layar assemblyman Gerald Rentap Jabu, English is no longer considered a foreign language but a language for economics, technology and science. “English is widely used in the

Simanggang roads to be upgraded

SIMANGGANG: Both residents and communals with frequent travels via Jalan Stawang and Jalan Kampung Hulu Lemanak will soon be enjoying a more comfortable driving experience as both roads will be upgraded later this year. According to Lingga assemblywoman Simoi Peri, a draw to determine the project contractor will be held

Sada’s master plan ready before year-end

PUSA: The master plan of Sri Aman Development Authority (Sada) is expected to be available before the end of this year, said its chairman Datuk Seri Rohani Abdul Karim. “We are calling on all departments and agencies that are involved to prepare the databases as Sada’s first meeting will be

APM will always answer call for help

SIMANGGANG: The Civil Defence Force here is always ready to render assistance if there is a call for help, said its officer, Captain Siti Huzaimah Ibrahim. According to her, the Malaysia Civil Defence Force (APM) receives various calls from the public. “There are a lot of cases such as accidents,

GPS continues to gain ground acceptance

SPAOH: More and more rural people are aware of the falsity of the Pakatan Harapan government today for its failed promises. On the other hand, the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition continues to garner bigger ground support after the introduction of various initiatives that benefit the people. Many are satisfied