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Author: Alexandra Lorna

Sarawak’s environmental policies in line with global sustainability objectives: Len Talif

20 February 2025

KUCHING: Sarawak remains committed to environmental sustainability, with initiatives such as the green economy, renewable energy, and hydrogen development playing a key role in addressing climate change. Deputy Minister for Natural Resources and Urban Development Datuk Len Talif Salleh, underscored these efforts, emphasising that Sarawak’s environmental policies are in line

Sarawak poised to become healthcare hub

17 February 2025

KUCHING: The growing number of international patients seeking medical treatment in Sarawak highlights the state’s potential as a leading healthcare hub. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that medical tourism, particularly from Indonesia, is on the rise, contributing to the state’s tourism revenue. In 2024, Sarawak

Party rejuvenation foremost on Ibrahim’s mind

16 February 2025

KUCHING: Newly-elected Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) vice president Datuk Ibrahim Baki has pledged to ensure its continued relevance in Sarawak’s political landscape. Ibrahim, who has been with PBB for nearly four decades, highlighted the need for rejuvenation to adapt to changing times while maintaining PBB’s grassroots foundation. “Yesterday, we

Grateful Willie pledges to champion Sarawak rights

16 February 2025

KUCHING: Newly-appointed Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Supreme Council member (Pesaka wing), Datuk Willie Mongin, has pledged to work tirelessly in championing Sarawak’s rights, both in parliament and beyond. He expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity and mandate to serve as a Supreme Council member of the party for the

New state administrative complex yet to be named

15 February 2025

KUCHING: The official name of the new administrative office for the state government in Petra Jaya has yet to be decided. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that the complex is not similar to the White House, the official residence of the President of the United

Remain relevant in the face of AI technology

15 February 2025

KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) must remain relevant in the face of global changes, including the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI), said its president, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He highlighted the transformative impact of AI on various sectors, including politics, economics, and social

Ministry moves to address LPG shortage in Miri and Bintulu

15 February 2025

KUCHING: The Ministry of Utility and Telecommunications is taking immediate steps to address the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) shortage affecting Miri and Bintulu. Its minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said that the LPG cylinders supply in Bintulu is temporarily unavailable due to recent natural disasters. “Petroliam Sarawak Berhad (Petros) through

Sarawak Energy commissions country’s first BESS initiative

14 February 2025

KUCHING: Sarawak Energy has recently commissioned Malaysia’s first utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Sejingkat Power Plant here. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, who visited the plant earlier, said that the BESS is the first such initiative in Malaysia, with batteries that can store up

Challenges push project to 5-year completion

12 February 2025

KUCHING: The Sarawak-Sabah Link Road (SSLR) Phase Two project, valued at RM7.4 billion, is expected to take at least five years to complete due to geographical challenges and extensive engineering requirements. Minister of Works (KKR) Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said that various on-ground challenges could impact the project’s progress.

SST revenue of RM19.55b as of last year

12 February 2025

KUCHING: The Sarawak government has collected RM19.55 billion in State Sales Tax (SST) revenue from petroleum product sales from 2019 to 2024. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said that Sarawak’s success in claiming the tax from Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) has now provided additional revenue that is being