Wednesday, 28 January 2026

Author: Fasiha Khushiri

STATOS urges Sarawak producers to tap global markets at FHA 2026

SINGAPORE: Sarawak-based food and beverage producers are invited to showcase their products at the Sarawak Pavilion during Food & Hospitality Asia (FHA) 2026, Asia’s premier international trade exhibition. The four-day event will be held from April 21 to 24 at Singapore Expo, attracting global buyers, distributors and hospitality industry leaders.

Senari Synergy pays courtesy visit to Premier, contributes RM445,000 in zakat

KUCHING: Senari Synergy Sdn Bhd paid a courtesy visit to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, during which RM445,000 in business zakat was handed over to Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak. The zakat handover was witnessed by Abang Johari, together with Sarawak Islamic Council president Datuk Misnu Taha, at

Satok Ramadan Bazaar to feature 108 stalls after transparent online ballot

KUCHING: A total of 108 stalls have completed an online ballot process to secure trading lots at the Satok Ramadan Bazaar on Tuesday (Jan 27). The ballot process was organised by the Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) as an improvement measure to ensure more systematic, transparent and fair management of

Yap presents fund to upgrade Kota Sentosa clinic facilities

KUCHING: Kota Sentosa assemblyan Wilfred Yap contributed RM8,500 to Kota Sentosa Health Clinic through the Minor Rural Project (MRP) funds during the recent clinic advisory panel meeting. The allocation included RM3,500 for an LED advertisement board to improve public information delivery and another RM5,000 for the purchase of dental equipment

Preparation and independence key in overseas journalism

KUCHING: Thorough preparation, editorial independence and strong professional judgment are critical for journalists tasked with covering international events and overseas official engagements. The Foreign Coverage: Challenges, Strategies and Tips workshop, organised for a total of 32 journalists from Sarawak Tribune and Suara Sarawak, was held at the Theater Hotel here

Journalists urged to prioritise safety in foreign coverage

KUCHING: Personal safety and strategic planning were highlighted as key priorities for journalists undertaking overseas assignments. A workshop shared practical experiences from international reporting, including coverage of foreign leaders’ visits, global summits and high-risk overseas environments. “Journalists must never compromise safety, especially when operating in unfamiliar or potentially hazardous locations

Journalists told to be well-prepared for overseas assignments

KUCHING: Journalists covering overseas assignments must be professionally prepared and well-versed in the state’s policies and development agenda as Sarawak steps up its international engagements. In stating this Sarawak Tribune and Suara Sarawak Chief Executive Officer Datuk Dr Jeniri Amir said quality reporting on the global stage requires journalists to

Sarawak on FC Barcelona’s radar for potential sports cooperation

KUCHING: Sarawak is on the radar for potential cooperation with Spanish football giants, FC Barcelona. Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said the intention of the football club was expressed during his working visit to their facilities last year. “During our visit to Barcelona,

MYSED nurtures quality youth via sports

KUCHING: The Sarawak Ministry of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development (MYSED) plays a crucial role in nurturing quality youth and strengthening racial unity through sports in the state. Its Minister, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said that although the ministry may not generate substantial economic returns, its contribution in

RTP projects in Sarikei reviewed for community impact

SARIKEI: A site visit to several completed Rural Transformation Projects (RTP) in Sarikei was conducted on Wednesday (Jan 21) to assess their implementation and impact. The visit was carried out on behalf of federal Deputy Natural Resources and Environment Sustainability Minister, Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii, and led by Kapitan