Author: Ammar Mirza

Minister urges vigilance as temperature rises

KUCHING: Parents, schools, and childcare workers are urged to take proactive steps in safeguarding the wellbeing of children during the hot weather. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri has raised concern over the impact of prolonged hot weather on children, as they are the most vulnerable

RM30-million allocation to fortify Sarawak’s 12 border posts

SERIAN: The Ministry of Defence has committed RM30 million in 2026 to upgrade facilities and equipment at Sarawak’s 12 border posts. Deputy Minister of Defence, Adly Zahari, said the allocation, drawn from the 13th Malaysia Plan, is specifically earmarked for enhancing existing infrastructure at border installations across the state –

Lebok Melanau expected to be ready by 2027

KUCHING: The Melanau community is set to see a significant milestone with the construction of a new Melanau community house, known as Lebok Melanau, expected to be completed by 2027. The announcement was made by Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment, Datuk Len Talif Salleh, at the

STA flags continued decline in timber industry

KUCHING: The Sarawak Timber Association (STA) has sounded the alarm over the continued decline of the state’s timber industry amid rising costs and falling production. STA chairman Datuk Henry Lau Lee Kong raised the concerns during the association’s Annual General Meeting held today (Mar 31) at Wisma STA here. Log

Sarawak secures RM116B foreign investment

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak has recorded cumulative foreign direct investment (FDI) exceeding RM116 billion over the past five years, with all pledged investments fully realised, signalling strong investor confidence despite global economic uncertainty. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said the state recorded more than RM16 billion in FDI

SMD Semiconductor open house brings stakeholders together for Aidilfitri

KOTA SAMARAHAN: SMD Semiconductor hosted its Hari Raya Aidilfitri open house on Monday (March 30), bringing together ministers, partners and stakeholders to celebrate the festive season while reinforcing Sarawak’s growing semiconductor ambitions. The gathering at La Promenade Mall was graced by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, representing

Call for greater state healthcare autonomy

KUCHING: Greater healthcare autonomy in healthcare decision-making for Sarawak can be beneficial to both public and private sectors. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian pointed to the state’s swift and decisive deployment of hotel quarantine facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic as a compelling demonstration of what healthcare autonomy

Councils unite for historic statewide coordinated ‘Earth Hour 2026’

KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) joined local authorities across Sarawak in observing ‘Earth Hour 2026’, in a fully coordinated participation among all city councils, municipal boards and district councils across the state. The landmark event was hosted by the Sri Aman District Council at Stadium Mini Sri Aman on

Sarawak opens direct charter flight to Guangzhou

KUCHING: Sarawak has launched its first direct scheduled chartered flight service between Kuching and the Chinese city of Guangzhou. The flight marks a landmark step in the state’s efforts to deepen air connectivity with China. The inaugural flight ceremony was officiated on Tuesday (Mar 17) evening by Deputy Minister for

58 recipients benefit from food basket distribution programme

KUCHING: A total of 58 recipients benefitted from food basket distribution and iftar programme at Farley Kuching. Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap Yau Sin said the programme was part of his team’s ongoing efforts to assist families in need, enabling them to observe Ramadan with greater peace of mind. “Ramadan