MIRI: The Sarawak government will work together with Verified Carbon Standard, or Verra, to set a concrete proposal in terms of carbon trading, says Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The Verified Carbon Standard, formerly the Voluntary Carbon Standard, is a standard for certifying carbon emissions reductions. VCS
MIRI: The return of Shell Malaysia to Miri is another concrete proof of the confidence in the Sarawak government under the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition, said the Premier of Sarawak. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said only GPS could ensure stable and good governance. “And
BINTULU: The communities here need to prepare themselves for rapid development in future, said Bintulu MP Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. He said that during his recent visit to Bintulu, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg had mentioned that more large scale investment projects by foreign investors would be developed
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC) is hoping to commercialise its bamboo bicycle by January next year. Its general manager, Datuk Hashim Bojet said STIDC will fall back in its strategic cooperation with Brook and Breeze from China to produce the bamboo bicycle for commercial ends. “We are
LIMBANG: The Limbang River Embankment Project which is slated to commence on September 20 is expected to be completed in two years. Deputy Minister for Modernisation of Agriculture and Regional Development Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Ismail said two contractors would undertake the effort. “It involves the project to upgrade the
KUCHING: The annual Mayor’s Walk returned this year with over 10,000 people joining the walk and donning the event’s blue T-shirt The event, held at the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) foyer, was officiated by Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian. Later, he also took part in the
KUCHING: The state government has agreed to build a new council building for Padawan Municipal Council at Batu 12, Semenggok Jalan Kuching-Serian here, said Deputy Premier Datuk Dr Sim Kui Hian. He said the building, which costs RM60 million with an area of 20 acres was approved by the government
KUCHING: SMK Bako’s performance in the 2021 Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) examination is something to be proud of. According to Deputy Minister for Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Dr Hazland Abang Hipni, the success was due to the efforts of all parties, including teachers, students and parents. “In fact, this
LIMBANG: The ability to communicate in English opens doors to employment opportunities, said Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Sarawak (MEITD) Datuk Roland Sagah Wee Inn. “It broadens our global outlook. It expands our knowledge. It connects us to the world. It is important for the people to uphold
LIMBANG: The government is committed to providing faster internet connectivity in Sarawak by building various related infrastructures, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said these efforts are important to ensure the success of the state’s digital economy and to face global competition. “Therefore, I urged
