BINTULU: The Sarawak Government will establish a state-level committee to formulate and implement long-term flood mitigation solutions. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the committee will study comprehensive engineering-based approaches to address recurring floods across Sarawak, beyond short-term measures currently in place. “We must have long-term
KUCHING: The temporary repair work on the 1050mm Mild Steel Cement Lined (MSCL) pumping main at Jalan Haji Baki, Batu Kitang, has been successfully completed, with welding works finalised at approximately 7.30 am today (Sunday, Jan 11). Following the repair, Sarawak Water Sdn Bhd said the water supply system is
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak’s durian industry is poised to grow as a high-value commodity, making continuous upskilling among growers essential to maintain stable production and secure long-term profitability. Deputy Minister of Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development (Food Industry), Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Ismail said that strengthening growers’ knowledge was vital
KUCHING: School bus operators in Sarawak will soon need support letters from the schools they serve, under a new Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (LPKP) Sarawak requirement aimed at ensuring fair fares and greater accountability in the industry. LPKP Sarawak chairman Michael Kong Feng Nian said the measure is designed to
KUCHING: Malaysia is set to roll out new-look passports and MyKad within the next six months, an initiative aimed at boosting the security of national identification documents. Many Malaysians have welcomed the move, saying stronger security features are necessary as technology continues to evolve. Still, they stress that the transition
KUCHING: A landslide near Jalan Haji Baki and Jalan Batu Kitang, triggered by ground movement and a subsequent pipe burst, has caused soil erosion and the loss of ground support beneath the affected road structure. Sarawak Water Sdn Bhd said preliminary investigations indicated that the root cause of the incident
KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) has performed strongly over the past five years by maintaining a clear long-horizon strategic direction that anchors investment, infrastructure development, and “digital plus green” priorities, said political analyst, Dr Lee Kuok Tiung. Lee said the coalition’s performance has gained recognition beyond Sarawak, pointing to the
KUCHING: The provision of spiritual and emotional support facilities in hospitals plays an important role in helping patients, families and healthcare workers cope with the pressures of a demanding medical environment. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the availability of a multi-faith prayer hall at Sarawak General
KUCHING: Sarawak’s harmony in diversity was vividly on display as young musicians and performers brought festive cheer to a bustling shopping mall, demonstrating how arts and culture can unite communities across races and backgrounds. Deputy Minister for Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Snowdan Lawan said the SONS Junior Musical
KUCHING: Cahya Mata Sarawak Berhad (Cahya Mata) Clinker Line 2 Project in Mambong is expected to begin operations in mid-2027, strengthening Sarawak’s cement supply and supporting the state’s infrastructure and economic growth. Cahya Mata Group Managing Director, Datuk Seri Sulaiman Abdul Rahman Abdul Taib, said the project is a strategic
