Friday, 1 August 2025

Author: Alexandra Lorna

Sarawak’s gas laws key to century-long economic future

KUCHING: Sarawak’s gas resources, governed by its own laws, could secure the state’s economic future for the next century. In stating this, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian stressed the importance of ongoing negotiations between the state government and the federal government to resolve the long-standing issue between

Borneo Eco Show showcases Sarawak’s vision of sustainable growth

KUCHING: The inaugural Borneo Eco Show (BES) 2025 is more than just a design exhibition; it is a statement of Sarawak’s vision for sustainable growth and nation-building, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. As it is the first-ever BES 2025, the event is a unique platform that

Pre-Gawai flag-raising ceremony celebrates Sarawak unity

KUCHING: This month’s Raising of the Ibu Pertiwi Flag ceremony took on a festive atmosphere with its Pre-Gawai edition, highlighted by cultural dance performances from the Dayak Cultural Association. Organised monthly by the Kuching North City Commission (DBKU), the ceremony is held to honour Sarawak’s sovereignty while fostering unity and

Governor calls for concerted effort towards safe work environment

KUCHING: Governor Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar urges the state government, employers, workers and society at large to work together in building a work environment that is safe, healthy and fair to ensure a prosperous Sarawak. In his message in conjunction with Labour Day 2025, Wan Junaidi

Normah hosts CSR event to empower community health

KUCHING: Some 100 participants, including students, community staff, trainers, parents and elderly members of ‘Pertubuhan Pemulihan Dalam Komuniti’ (PDK) Sri Satok here took part in the corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme organised by Normah Medical Specialist Centre. The event, held from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm today was organised in

Sarawak paving the way for financial inclusivity with AFFIN Bank’s support

KUCHING: Sarawak is paving the way for a more financially inclusive society where opportunity reaches all, with the support of AFFIN’s comprehensive range of banking products and services. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said as Sarawak charts a bold course toward becoming a high-income and innovation-led

SEDC hosts first-ever Aidilfitri open house with subsidiaries

KUCHING: The Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) hosted its first-ever SEDC 2025 Aidilfitri Open House, uniting all of its investee companies under one roof since its establishment on March 1, 1972. Held at Dewan Asajaya, Grand Margherita Hotel, the celebration was graced by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari

TVS, Astro team up for two major concerts in Miri

KUCHING: In their first-ever collaboration, TVS and Astro will be hosting two major concerts – Konsert MeleTOP TVS on May 17 and Konsert Berkat Gawai-Kaamatan on May 21 – at the Miri Indoor Stadium. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said the free-admission

DBP enhances usage of Malay and ethnic languages

KUCHING: Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) remains dedicated to enhancing the use of the Malay language and preserving Sarawak’s ethnic dialects (bahasa sukuan) – a commitment that is gaining strength with robust backing from the Sarawak Government. DBP Director-General, Dr Hazami Jahari, stated that various language and literacy development activities,

Unity the way to go for success, says former Yayasan Sarawak chief

KUCHING: True success is never achieved alone but through unity and shared purpose, said Yayasan Sarawak former director Datuk Mersal Abang Rosli. Speaking at the Majlis Jasamu Dikenang held at Hilton Hotel on Wednesday night (Apr 16), he shared how the institution was built on the spirit of togetherness, rather