State government aids village fire victims
SIBU: Relief aid, including cash, has been distributed by the Sarawak government to the victims of the Kampung Hilir fire, whose homes were ravaged by flames on the evening of September 22. Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, the Minister for Women, Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development, disclosed that the cash assistance totalled RM149,750. She stated that […]
Gas talks likely to conclude next month
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Discussions on gas distribution in Sarawak involving the state government, Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas), and Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) are expected to conclude by October. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the matter is expected to be resolved within this timeframe. “If we can conclude by October, then it […]
It’s about optimising resources, Lo tells DAP
KUCHING: The state government’s decision to offer free tertiary education for specific fields is pragmatic, prudent and far-sighted. Batu Kitang assemblyman Datuk Lo Khere Chiang said this strategic focus is a deliberate effort to optimise resources that can have the most significant impact. “The state’s approach reflects a commitment to avoid indiscriminate spending and to […]
State government to occupy new complex
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has revealed that a new complex under construction in Petra Jaya will serve as the state government’s administrative hub. The facility will feature state-of-the-art security systems and function as a data centre. “Wisma Bapa Malaysia has become a public building with unrestricted access. Therefore, the […]
State government establishes strategic partnership with Korea
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is taking a significant step in furthering innovation and sustainability for new start-ups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) by engaging with renowned Korean tech agency. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, has taken the initiatives to lead a delegation to Pangyo Techno Valley in Seoul, Korea to establish […]
State proposes working with bank on activities
KUCHING: The state government is proposing collaboration with Affin Bank in organising various activities to benefit the rakyat. According to Women, Childhood and Community Well-being Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, the collaboration will not only contribute to the people but also open up opportunities for the bank to be more visible in Sarawak. She […]
Sarawak’s educational policy emphasises equal opportunity, not race
MIRI: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stressed that Sarawak’s educational policy does not focus on race, but rather aims towards fostering a new economy. He said that the state government does not differentiate between Chinese schools, public schools, or international schools, as long as the students acquire the fundamental knowledge necessary […]
State sets realistic goal on highly skilled workforce
KUCHING: The state government hopes 30-40 per cent of the workforce in Sarawak will be highly skilled by the year 2030. Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah said among the platforms that could catalyse the realisation of this aspiration are programmes such as the Advanced Sustainable Technology International Conference (ASTECH Sarawak) […]
Act as agents for the govt, media told
SIBU: The Sarawak government urged media practitioners and local university students to become “unofficial agents of information and public sentiments” on state government polices. According to Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Corporate Affairs, Information, and UKAS) Datuk Abdullah Saidol, it is important so that the state government can evaluate the people’s level of understanding […]
State to fund four new homes for fire victims
KUCHING: The Sarawak government has allocated RM70,000 through the Department of Social Welfare (JKM) for the construction of four new homes to aid families affected by the fire in Kampung Haji Baki on March 22. Women, Childhood, and Community Well-being Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the assistance is meant for individuals whose homes […]
