KUCHING: Sarawak’s revenue collection stands at RM11.63 billion as of October this year, which has surpassed the original revenue estimates of RM11.35 billion for 2023. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Sarawak is projected to collect a revenue of RM12.7 billion this year, an increase of
KUCHING: Jepak assemblyman Iskandar Turkee took his oath of office at the 19th Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting here today. The swearing-in ceremony was held before Speaker Tan Sri Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar, witnessed by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and assemblymen. After the swearing-in,
KUCHING: Architects in Sarawak have been told to lead the charge against climate change by focusing on the creation of more sustainable and environmentally friendly buildings. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said this can contribute to minimising negative impacts on the community and natural environment, adding that
KUCHING: The proposed amendments to the Sarawak Buildings Ordinance 1994 are expected to be tabled in the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) next year to ensure it remains relevant and able to serve the current needs. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said considering the outdated nature of the
KUCHING: The government needs to work closely with childcare facilities, schools, and organisations responsible for children to establish and enforce strict protocols on the drop-off and pick-up of children. Pertubuhan Pembangunan Insan Sarawak (PPIS) president Manjeet Kaur Sidhu said staff members must be well-trained on child safety procedures, including verifying with the parents when their children were absent. “A
KUCHING: Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) has come out in support of Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi’s stance on not accepting Palestinian refugees into Sarawak. Its Youth chief Datuk Snowdan Lawan said, Sarawak has been a rare example of a multi-racial and multi-religious society where people live harmoniously together,
KUCHING: Opposition Parti Bumi Kenyalang (PBK) has also come out in support of Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi’s stance to reject refugees especially from countries noted for violence and torn by anger and hatred from coming into Sarawak. Its President Voon Lee Shan urged political parties from Malaya
BY GOH PEI PEI and JACINTHA JOLENE KUCHING: Residents in Gedong will soon have a new community hall with air-conditioning and equipped with other modern facilities. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the architectural drawings are ready and the project will be tendered in January next
KUCHING: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof will be making an official visit to China to strengthen bilateral trade with China, particularly in palm oil. China, he said, has been one of the biggest importers of Malaysia’s palm oil; thus the trade mission aimed to further increase the country’s
KUCHING: About 213,000 tonnes of pepper were consumed across the world last year, slightly less than the 224,000 tonnes recorded the previous year. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the drop can largely be attributed to the post pandemic recovery and necessary demand adjustments. Conversely, he said, global
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