Saturday, 2 May, 2026

6:57 PM

, Kuching, Sarawak

Author: News Desk

Amelia Roziman ends 20-year BESarawak tenure

KUCHING: After 20 years at the helm of Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak), Chief Executive Officer Amelia Roziman has stepped down, marking the end of an era that saw Sarawak transform into a globally recognised destination for business events. Amelia’s tenure, which concluded on Jan 31, was characterised by sustained growth

1,000 native tree seedlings planted in Sabal Forest restoration effort

SAMARAHAN: A total of 1,000 native forest seedlings were planted to support restoration efforts and foster environmental awareness among the community. According to a statement issued by Forest Department Sarawak (FDS), the planting was carried out during a joint tree-planting programme between the FDS and Sarawak Energy Bhd (SEB) held recently

Premier leads more than 300 participants in Sarawak Botanical Garden walk

KUCHING:  More than 300 participants turned up as Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg led the ‘Walk For Health with the Sarawak Premier’ programme at the Sarawak Botanical Garden underscoring the state government’s commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle among the community. Abang Johari arrived at the

Appointment of 20,000 teachers welcomed, but with stricter recruitment standards

KUCHING: The move to appoint 20,000 teachers is welcomed, alongside calls for stricter and more transparent recruitment to safeguard the quality of the teaching profession. The Sarawak Teachers’ Union (STU) President, Kullin Djayang said the union appreciates the MADANI government’s initiative but stressed that the selection process must be handled carefully,

State government reaffirms integrity, governance commitment in timber industry

KUCHING: The Sarawak Government has reiterated its ongoing commitment to enhancing governance, integrity and a culture of high performance in the forest-based and timber industry, in alignment with the goals of the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy 2030 (PCDS 2030). Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, said the achievements

Astana Sarawak extends congratulations to Wan Junaidi on 80th birthday

KUCHING: Astana Sarawak conveyed its warmest congratulations to Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, on the occasion of his 80th birthday. In a statement issued on Sunday, Astana Sarawak extended their greetings to Wan Junaidi, who marked his 80th personal birthday on Feb 1. “On

District office, quarters development proposed in Siburan

SIBURAN: The proposed construction of a new Siburan District Office, along with government residential quarters, reflects the Sarawak Government’s continued commitment to strengthening administrative infrastructure in the rapidly developing district. State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki conducted a working visit to Siburan recently to inspect the proposed site

Spring Gala Star 2.0 to add merriment to Chinese New Year

KUCHING: The Sarawak Broadcasting Department (RTM) through REDfm is set to present Spring Gala Star 2.0, a special Chinese New Year programme celebrating the vibrant cultural heritage and artistic diversity of Sarawak’s communities. Building on the success of the inaugural Chinese New Year Gala Show in 2020, this year’s event

ISUZU GAINS TRACTION AMIDST SUBDUED INDUSTRY IN 2025

Petaling Jaya, 30 January 2025, Confident in its ability to reduce operating costs, execute clockwork journeys and provide exemplary safety and comfort, customers purchased a healthy number of Isuzu vehicles in 2025, a year when the country’s appetite for diesel-powered vehicles continued to dwindle. Sales of Isuzu vehicles held steady in last year,

RELA chief reviews Sarawak operations, security efforts

KUCHING: In a bid to strengthen governance and community security, the director-general of the Malaysian Volunteers Department (RELA), Datuk Rosli Yaakub visited Sarawak this week to review the department’s functions. Rosli, whose visit began on Jan 26, was welcomed at the airport by the director of the IPRM Operations Division,