Monday, 4 May, 2026

3:21 PM

, Kuching, Sarawak

Author: News Desk

Impressed US envoy bids Sarawak farewell

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg received a farewell visit from the United States Ambassador to Malaysia, Edgard D Kagan, at the Satria Pertiwi Complex here today. Kagan said the visit was to personally meet the Premier ahead of the conclusion of his diplomatic service on

Outgoing US envoy calls on Wan Junaidi

KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi today received a farewell courtesy call from the United States Ambassador to Malaysia, Edgard D Kagan, at Kasuma Resort, Petra Jaya. The meeting was also attended by US

Sarawak reinforces Thai tourism push at Bangkok

BANGKOK, Thailand: Sarawak has cemented its position in Thailand’s travel market with its third consecutive appearance at the Thai International Travel Fair (TITF), underscoring the state’s commitment to capturing a growing share of Thai tourists as Malaysia pursues an ambitious 43 million visitor target this year. The Sarawak Tourism Board

TYT receives courtesy call from Pakistan High Commissioner

KUCHING: Head of State (TYT) Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar received a courtesy call from the High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Malaysia, Syed Ahsan Raza Shah, at his official residence in Petra Jaya here today. The meeting focused on several strategic areas of

Batang Lupar 1 Bridge nears completion

BY SITI NURAIN RATANI SAMARAHAN: The Stitching Ceremony for the Batang Lupar 1 Bridge was held yesterday to mark the final phase of construction, with the project expected to be fully completed and opened to the public in May 2026. The historic ceremony was officiated by Deputy Minister of Infrastructure

Curtin Malaysia, Dayak association forge partnership

MIRI: Curtin University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) has formalised a strategic partnership with the Dayak Association Miri (DAM) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening indigenous learning, cultural immersion, and community-based development initiatives. The MoU was signed by Curtin Malaysia’s pro vice-chancellor, president and chief executive,

914 pupils in Bukit Saban receive back-to-school aid

BETONG: A total of 914 preschool and primary school pupils in the Bukit Saban constituency received school assistance under the back-to-school programme, as part of the Sarawak government’s efforts to support education in rural areas. The programme was officiated by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas at Dewan Sadok,

Lidam Assan proposed to retain Katibas seat

SONG: Minister of Works and Kapit Member of Parliament, Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, has proposed that Katibas state assemblyman, Lidam Assan, be retained as a candidate in the upcoming Sarawak State Election (PRN), citing his track record and commitment to development in the area. He said the continuity of

Youth leadership gains momentum in Sarawak

KUCHING: The newly formed 2024–2026 AZAM Young Souls (AYS) Committee met on Saturday for its annual Gathering Night, using the occasion to reflect on responsibilities and set priorities for the year ahead. The gathering went beyond a routine meeting, providing a platform for discussions on leadership, accountability, and youth involvement

Enhancing welfare support among RTM pensioners

KUCHING: Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) Sarawak pensioners are encouraged to join Persatuan Pesara RTM Kuching to strengthen welfare support among retired staff. Its chairman, Datuk Ahmad Shafiee Yaman said the newly established association is open to all RTM pensioners in Sarawak, particularly those residing in the city, regardless of race