Author: Sarawak Tribune

Stable politic guarantees economic development and prosperity

POLITICAL stability plays an important role in maintaining the continuity of Sarawak’s economic development as well as guaranteeing prosperity and well-being of the people. Balingian assemblyman, Abdul Yakub Arbi said success and progress that have been achieved by the Sarawak government was the result of political tolerance and good efforts

A dedicated leader balancing public service and personal pursuits

BY NUR ATIQAH QURATULAINI Datuk Francis Harden Hollis, known for his unwavering commitment to the welfare of his constituents, leads a life of multifaceted engagement, balancing his responsibilities as a public servant with cherished moments spent with family and personal interests. Despite humble beginnings as an assemblyman, he remains resolute

A multifaceted leader

BY LEONG Z-KEEN Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi is truly a jack of all trades throughout his life. In a candid interview with New Sarawak Tribune, the Pantai Damai assemblyman and Deputy Miniser for Utility and Telecommunication (Utility) spoke about his pastimes and potential career paths. Question: What is your

Regulating state laws to include tourism mulled

BY IDA NADHIRAH THE Sarawak government has aggressively negotiated with the federal government to restore and pursue Sarawak’s rights and interests under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) since 2016. Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts of Sarawak Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew stated that in view of

Pustaka holds programme at SMK Merapok

MIRI: Miri State Library (Pustaka) recently conducted an Information Literacy & Customers Day programme at SMK Merapok, Lawas. The programme, held from April 29 to 30, was to disseminate information about the services offered by the Pustaka, especially online databases, scholarships offered in Malaysia and the Sarawak e-recruitment portal, as

Civil servants welcome 13% salary increase beginning December

KUCHING: A great number of civil servants have expressed their satisfaction with the announcement of a 13 per cent salary increase starting December this year. The announcement was made by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during the National Labour Day 2024 celebration. He revealed that civil servants will enjoy

A haven for homeowners

BY SAMUEL KARUNIA KORNO AND EDWINNIE EINSTEIN UNJI KUCHING: The HOMElove Home & Living Expo has made its anticipated return to Kuching, showcasing the latest in interior design and lifestyle products at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) from April 25 to April 28. The HOMElove Expo serves as a

24-hour eateries, to cease or not…

BY IDA NADHIRAH KUCHING: The health ministry has welcomed a consumer association’s plea for the closure of 24-hour eateries to help combat obesity in Malaysia, but believes the proposal has to be refined. Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad stated that stakeholders should be consulted to ensure a complete knowledge of the

TVS premieres comedy-drama series on March 26

BY NURFARAHIN OKI KUCHING: TVS Sarawak is thrilled to announce the premiere of their newest comedy-drama series, “Cigu! Nadai Bisi Utai,” which will air every Tuesday at 9.30 pm. The comedy-drama series aired its first episode on March 26, after a short clip went viral on TVS’ tiktok. The series