Penang CM, Perlis MB get invite to visit Sarawak during SUKMA
PENANG: The secretariat of the 21st Malaysian Games (SUKMA) and the SUKMA Sarawak contingent paid a courtesy visit to Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow at his office, Komtar in Georgetown here yesterday (Apr 22). Led by Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu, the purpose of the visit was […]
Sarawak mulls wave-based energy generation
KUCHING: Sarawak plans to explore wave-based energy generation, a concept currently deployed in Shanghai, China. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg explained that using waves, it will be able to generate energy. “I have tried it in Samalaju, Bintulu, 4 kilometres at sea. “This is new, this is also a prototype, I […]
Sarawak explores mechanism to expedite dilapidated school and clinic projects
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is looking into feasible mechanisms that would spur forward dilapidated projects in schools and clinics. In stating this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said proper mechanisms and streamlining processes would expedite the provision of proper facilities for medical officers, nurses, teachers and school administrative staff. “We are […]
Preserve Sarawak’s unique peace and harmony: Awang Tengah
KUCHING: Sarawak is blessed with harmony and peace, despite its diverse religions and ethnicities, and Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan wants the people to preserve this prevailing stability. Advising them not to be influenced by extreme cultures and ideologies, the Deputy Premier said the tradition of visiting and seeking forgiveness from one another in […]
Substantial amount to boost state agricultural sector
SARAWAK is expected to spend a significant amount under the State Budget for next year to boost the state’s agricultural sector. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the government’s strategy involves attracting private investment and implementing various initiatives. He asserted the government is allocating substantial funds to advance agroparks, with RM23 […]
5G network to cover 60 per cent of populated areas
SARAWAK is poised to be an early adopter of the 5G network, with plans for 589 operational sites by 2024, covering about 60 per cent of populated areas in the state. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said a total of RM1.89 billion has been allocated to support the Sarawak Linking Urban, […]
Sarawak only too happy in helping to develop Asean Power Grid: Abang Jo
BALI: Sarawak is proud to play its role by spearheading a shared grid in Borneo as well as to work with Indonesia and Singapore to speed up the Asean Power Grid. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said interconnections are on one of the key mechanisms to achieve shared regional sustainability goals […]
Sarawak playing major role in national economy: Ahmad Maslan
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, small and medium enterprises (SME) […]
Sarawak’s nurtured unity in diversity serves state well
By Frank Julian SIBU: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has described Sarawak as a shining example of a united and progressive state in Malaysia. The region has proven that its people know that one of the key ingredients of moving forward is indeed unity, and in this context, the prime minister wants people in […]
Becoming the envy of Malaysia
LATELY, there has been a chorus of appreciation as well as recognition for Sarawak due to its economic policies. Week after week, the state government was praised by its federal counterparts, as well as observers who noted the inroads made by Sarawak in areas of technology adoption as well as environmental sustainability. This was the […]
