Not against people’s interests, assures Premier
KUCHING: The Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government stressed that the cascading dams built on rivers in the state are only intended to generate renewable energy. GPS chairman and Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the cascading dams will not touch Native Customary Rights (NCR) lands, settlement nor go against the interests […]
GPS seat allocation following PDP-PSB merger a non-issue – Premier
KUCHING: The seat allocation among the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) component party in the next state election should not be an issue following the dissolution of Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) and the absorption of its members into Progressive Democratic Party (PDP). Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said seat allocation will be […]
Communities seek office presence in new township
KABONG: The state government will look into requests to establish community based offices in the new township here. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the requests have been made by the Malay, Chinese and Iban communities as well as women. “They have requested to have their own office so that they […]
This is my country too
I believe many people, including me, were offended by the remark made by Bozz Jebat, a former UMNO member, who stated that Malaysia is his country. While there is nothing wrong with being patriotic, how he expressed it is concerning. In a recent video, he said, “I don’t care if people criticise me. I am […]
Premier meets GPS MPs and Senate
PUTRAJAYA: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg held a meeting with Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) Members of Parliament and Senators during the Dewan Rakyat session on Thursday. They were briefed by the State Attorney General Datuk Saferi Ali on proposed amendments to the Federal Constitution regarding citizenship, as well as discussions […]
SABERKAS open for all, says president
KUCHING: The Sarawak United National Youth Organisation (SABERKAS) welcomes all individuals into the fold, be it members of the ruling Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) parties or opposition parties. SABERKAS president Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the organisation does not hesitate to welcome even those who have previously contested against the office bearers during […]
Continue to serve the community, party branch told
MUKAH: Members of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Tellian branch have been urged to continue serving the community. In making this call, Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine said the party branch is responsible to channel information to the grassroots. “We serve as a medium to convey the agenda and the initiatives of the Sarawak government and […]
PDP awaits clarity on PSB joining plans
BAU: Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) president Tiong King Sing has maintained a cautious stance regarding the potential merger with Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB). Emphasising the need for a thoughtful approach, he compared the process to a marriage, suggesting that it requires time and consideration. Tiong, who recently returned from overseas, requested time to gather more […]
PDP-GPS meeting proposed
KUCHING: The Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) should convene a meeting with all Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) stakeholders to engage in how an amicable solution could be reached, said political analyst Dr Lee Kuok Tiung. He said in order for Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) to join PDP, the former must obtain confirmation from the Registrar of […]
GPS ensures unity government continues to rule
KUCHING: The Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS), as what has been agreed by its leadership is to ensure the unity government continues to lead the country. In stating this, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said this is important in ensuring political stability, while putting national interest above anything else. “If you want to accelerate […]
