KUCHING: Sarawak and Indonesia continue to foster strong partnership through various long-term strategic initiatives, especially in socioeconomic, energy and tourism sectors. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Sarawak and Indonesia share a long and rich history of collaboration that spans borders, cultures, and generations, adding that
CONSIDERING I had never stepped out of Malaysia, the offer of a junket had me scrambling to get my passport done for the trip. Thankfully I managed to do so in time for the Media Familiarisation Trip to Pontianak and Singkawang in West Kalimantan, Indonesia from Nov 14 to 18.
PADAWAN: Kampung Petag here will receive a RM60,000 grant to build a new kitchen area and purchase new chairs and tables for the village’s multipurpose hall. Puncak Borneo Member of Parliament (MP), Datuk Willie Mongin, said the grant, to be disbursed next year, will equip the hall with better facilities
PONTIANAK: Digital marketing plays a significant role in promoting the tourism sector in West Kalimantan (KalBar), Indonesia, to enhance its reach to domestic and international tourists, especially from Sarawak. Head of the Office of Youth, Sports and Tourism, Windy Prihastari, said the approach is important as the tourism sector in
PONTIANAK, Kalimantan, Indonesia: A total of 14 media representatives and social media influencers from Sarawak are taking part in the Pontianak-Singkawang Familiarisation Trip (FamTrip), which is being held from November 14 to 18. The visit is organised by the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia (KJRI) in Kuching in
KUCHING: Shell NXplorers programme inspires and encourages young minds to venture into science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) that drive the nation’s progress in this era. Deputy Minister of Economy, Datuk Hanifah Taib, said STEM has long been a cornerstone of Malaysia’s national agenda that encourages curiosity, creativity, and problem
KUCHING: Team Hopecore from SMK Lutong clinched the national title at Shell NXplorers Malaysia 2025. Competing against five other outstanding teams from across the country, Hopecore impressed judges with their creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving prowess. The event, graced by Deputy Minister of Economy, Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib, took place here
KUCHING: Sarawak stands as a land of peace, unity, understanding, respect and acceptance, fostered by its rich diversity and the state government’s commitment to inclusivity. Bishop of the Diocese of Kuching, Datuk Danald Jute, affirmed that the rich diversity of heritage, culture, race, and religion in Sarawak reflects how communities
KUCHING: Sarawak’s interfaith tolerance, diversity, and unity must not be taken for granted, as they are precious values in the state’s multiracial and multi-religious society that must be cherished. Visiting Anglican Interfaith Commission secretary, Canon Dr Andrew Smith, said good interfaith relations was visibly noticeable in the city. And in
KUCHING: Shoppers at Green Heights Mall were greeted with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread on Friday as Everrise officially launched The Baker’s Son, its new in-house bakery brand, in collaboration with Jaya Grocer. The Baker’s Son offers wholesome baked goods made from natural, premium ingredients and unbleached flour
