SIBU: The Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) Sibu branch has reaffirmed its commitment to humanitarian services this year. MRCS Sibu chairman Penghulu Chua Hiong Kee said that as a start, the non-governmental organisation (NGO) rolled out its first Chinese New Year (CNY) celebration today (Feb 18). “This is the first
SIBU: Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee praised Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg for his visionary leadership, attributing the progress Sarawak has made to his clear direction and relentless efforts since assuming office in 2017. Speaking at the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Chinese New Year celebration
SIBU: The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Chinese New Year (CNY) celebration here is akin to a family reunion, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. The SUPP president said the celebration, which coincides with SUPP’s 65th anniversary dinner, holds special meaning for every party member as it
SIBU: The Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition maintains an effective internal system of checks and balances, despite securing a significant majority in the state, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Addressing concerns about potential power imbalances within the state, Abang Johari pointed out the GPS’s commitment
SIBU: Positioned as the heartland of the shipbuilding and ship repair industry, Sibu is set to play a pivotal role in promoting bunkering facilities, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He emphasised Sibu’s potential to become a hub for bunkering services, especially with the state’s initiative
SIBU: Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) president Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh remained tight-lipped about the outcomes of the PSB Extraordinary Delegates Conference (EDC) held here yesterday (Feb 17). Wong, seen with approximately 400 members at the venue, declined to comment to reporters. Meanwhile, a notice sent to PSB’s advisors, branch
SIBU: Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) chairman Clarence Ting said it is actively implementing the Resident Councillorship System (RCS). He said through the system, the community will not only be able to engage with the council for the betterment of their respective area but also know the councillor in charge for
SIBU: The Ministry of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government is seeking additional allocations for the 26 local councils in the state. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said this is because the local councils in Sarawak are still operating based on rates from the 1960s. “Who wants
SIBU: The Sarawak Government is prepared to allocate RM715 million annually to provide free education for 25,000 ‘anak Sarawak’ in all state-owned universities and higher learning institutions, aiming to bolster nation-building efforts. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the initiative is crucial for nurturing the talent and
SARIKEI: A decomposed body, missing its lower part, was discovered in a river near Feri Sungai Sian here yesterday (Feb 16). Meradong OCPD DSP Sekam Anoi said the police were alerted to the discovery by a worker at Feri Sungai Sian at 10am. “The police promptly went to the scene