Sunday, 1 February 2026

Author: News Desk

JCI Kuching enhances cross-border collab with Indonesian organisation

JAKARTA: Junior Chamber International (JCI) Kuching has emphasised the importance of international partnerships in broadening members’ perspectives and expanding market access during a courtesy visit to the Indonesia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN Indonesia). The visit today highlighted JCI Kuching’s commitment to strengthen cross-border collaboration between Sarawak and Indonesia,

Council removes abandoned vehicles after expiry of warning notice

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) has stepped up enforcement action with an operation targeting abandoned vehicles in the commercial area of Taman Desa Ilmu here. In a statement, MPKS said its Enforcement Division carried out the operation on Monday (Jan 19) after a seven-day warning notice period

Singapore envoy calls on Awang Tengah

KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan received a courtesy call from Singapore’s High Commissioner to Malaysia Vanu Gopala Menon at his office here on Monday (Jan 19). The meeting focused on matters of mutual interest between Sarawak and Singapore, including trade, economic cooperation and collaboration in green

Sarawak set to be hub for country’s semiconductor industry

KUCHING: Sarawak is well positioned to emerge as a new hub for the nation’s semiconductor industry following discussions with the Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association (MSIA). Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said the state’s geographical location, stable energy supply and investor-friendly environment placed Sarawak in a strong position

MSIA ready to back Sarawak’s push into global semiconductor industry

KUCHING: The Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association (MSIA) is prepared to work with Sarawak as the state positions itself to become a new player in the global semiconductor industry, leveraging its strategic strengths and long-term development plans. MSIA president Datuk Seri Wong Siew Hai said the association had taken the lead

Sarawak Metro staff undergo training ahead of ART launch

KUCHING: A total of 18 Sarawak Metro Sdn Bhd employees and apprentices completed a 10-day attachment programme with Prasarana Malaysia Berhad in Selangor. The programme involved Sarawak Metro staff and Young Talent Programme apprentices, who were attached to Prasarana’s Learning and Culture Unit and Prasarana Bus Academy. Sarawak Metro chief

Sarawak, Singapore discuss new consular office and cooperation

KUCHING: Singapore is planning to establish a consular office in Sarawak, with a pre-opening expected in the near term while a suitable location in Kuching is being finalised. The matter was conveyed during a courtesy call by Singapore’s High Commissioner to Malaysia Vanu Gopala Menon on Head of State Tun

RM100K balairaya upgrade completed in Lubok Buan

KUCHING: Residents of Kampung Lubok Buan can now fully utilise their village hall (balairaya) following a RM100,000 Phase Two upgrade under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) 2024, officially handed back to the community yesterday (Jan 19). The handing-over ceremony was attended by Kota Sentosa asssemblyman Wilfred Yap, officers from the

Carbon stock and permanent forest in Sarawak, Malaysia

SARAWAK’S permanent forest forms the backbone of one of the world’s most carbon‑rich tropical landscapes. Spanning roughly five to six million hectares of managed forest, these estates not only supply timber for Malaysia’s export market but also store an immense quantity of carbon that plays a decisive role in global

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Leading sustainable change for a better future

“Leadership is not about being in charge. It is about taking care of those in your charge.” – Simon Sinek THIS quote resonates profoundly in the context of environmental sustainability. Green leadership embodies the belief that true leaders care deeply about the well-being of both people and the planet, championing