KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) elected representatives have once again demonstrated discipline, composure and strong debating skills in the just concluded State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said their strong performance and high standards reaffirmed the coalition’s reputation for maintaining order and
THE Sarawak government is establishing a Climate and Energy Diplomacy Unit under the Premier’s Department to spearhead regional and international engagements on climate, carbon and energy transition. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the Sarawak Climate Change Centre will be placed under this Unit as its
KUCHING: Four major media associations have expressed their heartfelt appreciation to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg for the one-off RM700 incentive allocated to private media practitioners registered with their respective associations as of Dec 1. The Kuching Division Journalists Association (KDJA), Commonwealth Journalists Association (CJA) Sarawak
KUCHING: Sarawak’s agrofood and commodity sectors took a significant leap in 2025, driven by stronger implementation standards and improved sectoral management. Minister for Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development (M-FICORD) Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said his ministry not only navigated challenges successfully this year but also set new
In a light-hearted conversation following the recent DUN sitting, Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman shared insights into his constituency’s personality and the songs that define his mood. Warm, candid, and laced with humour, his exchange with Sarawak Tribune revealed a more personal and entertaining side of the Tupong assemblyman, one who
THE Sarawak Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Masterplan Study 2026-2035 is expected to be completed in March 2026, providing a comprehensive framework for public-private partnership implementation. Second Minister of Finance and New Economy, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, said the government is currently formulating the PPP Masterplan that will serve as a
BINTULU: Employers and industry stakeholders have been urged to strengthen inclusive workplace policies and support employees affected by HIV to enhance public health responses in the district. Bintulu Hospital Director, Dr Suzalinna Sulaiman, said this year’s World AIDS Day theme, ‘Overcoming Disruption, Transforming the AIDS Response’, stressed the importance of
KUCHING: Citizen-generated data (CGD) must be strengthened and aligned with national statistical standards to ensure Malaysia’s Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) reporting reflects real community needs and challenges, says Sarawak CSO-SDG Alliance co-chair Gabriel Hii. Hii said impact measurements have for too long overlooked the lived realities of people on the
KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) is stepping up cooperation with the police to curb rising scams, money-laundering activities and scam advertisements in the city. Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said close collaboration with the police is crucial as commercial crime continues to evolve. “Protecting our community from scams and
KUCHING: The Sarawak Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA) Charity Christmas Bazaar 2025 returns on December 7, bringing together the community to celebrate compassion and festive cheer as well as highlighting rabies awareness efforts. The annual event will take place from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at
