KUCHING: Sarawak has the potential to shift from the use of coal to biomass as a renewable energy source, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan. He said with vast forest estates and a thriving oil palm industry, the region sees biomass as a practical solution for renewable
KUCHING: Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu has voiced his support for adopting the term “Dayak” to represent the indigenous peoples of Borneo. The Deputy Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister said he agrees with the recent statement by Sabah Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan proposing the use of
KUCHING: This city must uphold its reputation as one of the world’s cleanest places by ensuring continuous maintenance of clean and healthy air in its environment. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said besides having clean air, Kuching also needs to prioritise physical cleanliness and practise sustainable
KUCHING: Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) has generously contributed 80 brand new mattresses to Rumah Kanak-Kanak Toh Puan Hajah Norkiah, as part of its philanthropic corporate social responsibility values. According to a press statement by BCCK, the delivery of the mattresses took place at Rumah Kanak-Kanak Toh Puan Hajah Norkiah
KUCHING: The routes in front of Paragon Concrete Sdn Bhd, Batu Kawah here will be temporarily closed for road upgrading works which will take effect from May 6 to August 15 at various times. According to a notice issued by Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) Sarawak, the routes that
KUCHING: Several efforts are underway to solve the flash flood problem faced by residents of Lorong Hua Joo Park No. 8 here. According to Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng, the residents have been endured flash floods for many years. “Flooding is from the road junction
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg dismisses forecasts suggesting Kuching will be inundated by sea levels by 2050. He said that while there are concerns about global temperatures exceeding 1.5 degrees Celsius, it is still only a prediction. “Therefore, it is important to reduce carbon emissions
KUCHING: Three government bills will be tabled during the first meeting of the third term of the 19th Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting, which is scheduled for May 6 to 15. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said among the bills are related to forestry, supplementary bill
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced that Sarawak’s proposal to increase its stake in Affin Bank Bhd is currently pending approval from Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM). The purpose of acquiring a significant stake is to secure a substantial position as a blockholder within the bank.
KUCHING: The Sarawak government has amended related laws to allow the private sector to participate in power generation activities, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said that Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) will play a key role in facilitating the private sector involvement in power generation.