Sarawak playing major role in national economy: Ahmad Maslan

19 September 2023

KUCHING: A federal minister has acknowledged Sarawak’s significant role in the country’s fiscal landscape, admitting that the state is contributing to the overall Malaysian economy. Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan said the state’s advantages include resource-rich economy, infrastructure development, industrial and manufacturing growth, agriculture and agribusiness, tourism potential,

Sarawak, Petronas to jointly develop O&G

18 September 2023

KUCHING: The Sarawak government and Petronas are working closely to develop the oil and gas industry in the state based on the commercial settlement agreement (CSA). Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state is now exploring more opportunities in the downstream activities, thus, looking forward

S’wak to import 1,000 units EV, hydrogen-powered vehicles

18 September 2023

KUCHING: Putrajaya has agreed to give Sarawak the Approved Permit (AP) to import 1,000 units EV (electric) and hydrogen-powered vehicles. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Sarawak is the first state in the country to receive such a permit. He said the federal government has also

Petronas commences gas delivery to new Bintulu methanol plant

18 September 2023

KUCHING: The Bintulu Additional Gas Facility (BAGSF-2) commences delivery of gas to a new Sarawak methanol plant in Bintulu, supporting the state’s further growth of the petrochemical industry. Petronas senior vice president for Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM), Mohamed Firouz Asnan, said the initial supply of gas from BAGSF-2 via a

Sarawak firm eyes collab on blue ammonia production

18 September 2023

KUCHING: Sarawak Petchem Sdn Bhd is exploring partnerships to produce and export blue ammonia. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the collaboration will include carbon capture for the blue ammonia. He said the new concept of blue ammonia is currently being considered as fuel for power

Sharing the entrepreneurial journey

17 September 2023

I started to wonder, why not me? Failures don’t kill you. Book title: The First Decade: My Journey from Blogger to EntrepreneurISBN: 9789815058802Author: Vivy YusofPublisher: Penguin SEAPublication year: 2022Price: RM79.90 “The First Decade: My Journey from Blogger to Entrepreneur” is a book by Vivy Yusof, who is a Malaysian fashion

Green light for Sarawak Cancer Centre pending agreement from state and federal governments

16 September 2023

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The construction of the proposed Sarawak Cancer Centre is poised to move forward pending the agreement and approval of both the Sarawak and federal governments, said Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa. Dr Zaliha revealed that her ministry has engaged in extensive discussions with the Sarawak Government, particularly focusing

Political transformation key to Sarawak’s success, says Dr Sim

16 September 2023

KUCHING: The formation of Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) some five years ago marked a pivotal moment for Sarawak, following the departure of four local parties from the Barisan Nasional (BN) coalition. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said had the four parties—Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP), Pesaka Bumiputera

MA63 — restoration of Sarawak’s rights

16 September 2023

The Malaysia Agreement is a legal document that spells out the terms for the formation of the Federation of Malaysia, including recognising Sabah, Sarawak as equals or allies of the Federation, with each having autonomy. It was signed in London on July 9, 1963 between the United Kingdom of Great

Paddy planters urged to seize income opportunity amid imported rice price hike

15 September 2023

KUCHING: In light of the recent increase in imported white rice prices, Sarawak’s paddy planters are urged to continue cultivating paddy on their land rather than abandoning it or switching to other crops. This move is seen as an opportunity for them to boost their income. Datuk Seri Dr Stephen

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