Saturday, 6 December 2025

Author: Alexandra Lorna

UNIMAS alumni called to jointly enhance local and global impact

KUCHING: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) alumni have been called upon to join hands with the university in charting a bold and radical new direction that will strengthen its impact both locally and globally. Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dr Ahmad Hata Rasit, said the move is part of UNIMAS’ renewed commitment to unite

Sarawak’s bold vision for infrastructure development; thousands of jobs to be created

KUCHING: Sarawak’s sweeping infrastructure and industrial expansion plans will generate massive demand for engineering expertise, consultancy services, and multi-contractor collaborations over the next decade. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state’s major infrastructure developments including the construction of a state-of-the-art airport and a deep-sea port

CSR celebration introduces Allied Health Profession’s diverse services

KUCHING: The Sarawak State Allied Health Profession’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Celebration 2025, themed ‘Beyond Healthcare: Serving With Responsibility’, served as an excellent platform to introduce the diverse services provided by members of the Allied Health Profession to the community. Sarawak State Deputy Health Director (Medicine) Dr Azlee Ayub said

Ongoing federal-state partnership in oil and gas sector vital

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has underscored the need for ongoing collaboration between the federal and state governments in matters related to the oil and gas sector. He said such cooperation is vital to ensure long-term benefits for both parties. Abang Johari was responding to

Sarawak International Dragon Boat Regatta attracts 23 countries

KUCHING: The Sarawak International Dragon Boat Regatta (SIDBR) 2025 recorded its highest-ever participation this year, attracting teams from 23 countries, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said the strong international turnout reflected the growing appeal of the annual sporting event, marking a new milestone in

Carbon trading levies to be on a sharing basis

KUCHING: The Sarawak and the federal government are formulating a mechanism to manage carbon trading levies, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said both governments have agreed that while Malaysia, as a sovereign nation, must register carbon trading with the United Nations, the levy collected

Digitalisation drives UNIMAS’ sustainability initiatives

KUCHING: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) is working towards becoming a low-carbon campus by implementing various initiatives based on data, green technology, and community engagement. UNIMAS’ Vice-Chancellor, Professor Datuk Dr Mohamad Hata Rasit, said the effort aligns with the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030 and the nation’s commitment to achieving

Sarawak poised to share renewable and digital expertise across ASEAN

KUCHING: Sarawak can now share its renewable and digital expertise across ASEAN through partnerships, training, and technology transfer as the state strengthens its role as a regional leader in sustainable growth, says Utility and Telecommunication Minister, Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi. He said Sarawak’s renewable energy backbone and policy stability are

Sarawak achieves 92.6% internet coverage of populated areas

KUCHING: Sarawak’s internet coverage has now reached 92.6 per cent of populated areas, achieved through rural fibre expansion, new telecommunication towers, and satellite connectivity. Utility and Telecommunication Minister, Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi, said the milestone reflected the State’s commitment to ensuring reliable and inclusive digital access, particularly for rural communities.

AI poised to replace 30% of jobs worldwide by 2030

KUCHING: Around 30 per cent of jobs worldwide are expected to be replaced by artificial intelligence (AI) by the year 2030. Author of ‘Our Final Invention’, James Barrat, said the rapid increase in AI adoption is expected to have a major impact on the global job market, including in high-skilled