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Sarawak inaugurates third Batang Rajang Bridge, honours former Head of State

SARIKEI: The Sarawak government has named the newly completed third Batang Rajang Bridge as Jambatan Tun Datuk Patinggi Tuanku Haji Bujang Bin Tuanku Haji Othman, in honour of the late former Head of State. The announcement was made by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas during the bridge’s inauguration

Three major infrastructure projects approved in Central Region

SARIKEI: The Sarawak Government has greenlit the implementation of three major infrastructure projects in the Central Region. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, said the projects will not only benefit the local population but also have a positive impact on Sarawakians as a whole. He added that

Sarawak to uphold rights under MA63 and Federal Constitution

SARIKEI: Sarawak will continue to assert its legal rights under the Federal Constitution and the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) in a bid to boost state revenue and ensure fair development for its people. In stating this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg reiterated the state government’s firm

Late Dominic Dago remembered as pioneering Bidayuh leader

SERIAN: The late Datuk Amar Dominic Andrew Dago Randan, a pioneering Bidayuh leader, was remembered for his trailblazing achievements and for inspiring his community to contribute meaningfully to society, said political analyst, Datuk Peter Minos. Minos, who visited Dago’s home in Kampung Pichin, Serian, today, described the late statesman as

Tamida Da’adi leads Gedong District Council as Chairman

KUCHING: Tamida Da’adi has been sworn in for a new term as chairman of the Gedong District Council, with Japar Mustapha also taking the oath of office as Deputy Chairman. The swearing-in ceremony, held at Raia Hotel & Convention Centre Kuching today, also saw 29 other councillors taking their oath

Education key to shaping knowledge-based Sarawak

KUCHING: Education is the cornerstone of human dignity and societal progress, and Sarawak will continue to invest in shaping responsible, knowledgeable individuals to meet future challenges, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Speaking at the Malam Berambeh Segulai Sejalai event on Thursday (May 15) held in

Sarawak leads in fulfilling MA63 education commitments: Fadhlina

KUCHING: The successful negotiation and implementation of Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) commitments in the field of education marks a significant milestone in federal-state collaboration, with Sarawak leading the way, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. She praised the Sarawak government for being the first to work closely with the Federal Government

Scoot Airlines called to introduce Singapore-Bintulu direct route

KUCHING: Federal Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister, Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, has called on Scoot Airlines to explore the possibility of introducing a direct Singapore-Bintulu route as a new service. During a meeting with Scoot Airlines’ Chief Commercial Officer, Calvin Chan, and their management team, Tiong emphasised the strategic

Sarikei’s new admin centre a symbol of service excellence – Huang

SARIKEI: The newly completed Sarikei Division Sarawak Government Administrative Centre stands as a proud landmark for the local community and a testament to the state government’s continued commitment to enhancing public service delivery. Sarikei MP Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii said the building brings together various government departments and agencies