KUCHING: Sarawak is positioning major concerts as a key driver of economic growth and tourism, with upcoming events expected to attract audiences from across the region. Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts (MTCP) Datuk Snowdan Lawan said such concerts present a crucial opportunity to boost the state’s
THE Simunjan District Council needs to expand its services with qualified engineers in civil engineering, geotechnics, disaster risk management and infrastructure monitoring. Simunjan assemblyman, Awla Dris, said the lack of such expertise had caused many issues to be referred externally or delayed in resolution. “This affects administrative efficiency and public
KUCHING: Improved mobility access and effective dissemination of government information are key to enhancing the wellbeing of urban communities in Sarawak, says Tupong assemblyman, Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman. He stressed the need for the government to consider implementing the Skim Pembesaran Kampung (SPK) in N6 Tupong, particularly in Matang, to
URGENT intervention is needed from the government to close long-standing infrastructure gaps in rural Sarawak, says Baleh assemblyman, Nicholas Kudi Jantai. He said that while the 2026 Sarawak Budget demonstrates the government’s clear commitment to inclusive development, critical issues in his constituency must not be overlooked. “People in the interior
KUCHING: The Sarawak Budget 2026 has been described as a comprehensive and forward-looking fiscal plan aimed at strengthening the State’s development, competitiveness and long-term wellbeing. Designed to complement the Federal Budget, this year’s budget underscores Sarawak’s commitment to building a knowledge-driven society, accelerating infrastructure modernisation, enhancing social protection and reinforcing
THE proposed Sustainable Resources and Waste Management Bill 2025 is set to transform Sarawak’s economy by promoting green and circular practices that not only enhance economic stability but also generate high-value employment opportunities. Tupong assemblyman Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman said developing a sustainable materials ecosystem could create jobs in sectors
SARAWAK is set to advance its waste management and renewable energy initiatives with a new bill that emphasises systematic waste disposal and energy recovery, supporting the state’s vision to become the ‘Battery of ASEAN’ by 2030. Tanjong Datu state assemblyman, Azizul Annuar Adenan, said the Sustainable Resources and Wastes Management
THE Sustainable Resources and Wastes Management Bill is notably relevant to Balingian constituency, an area marked by industrial development, active agricultural zones and townships experiencing steady growth. Balingian assemblyman Abdul Yakub Arbi said the legislation is expected to help prevent illegal dumping, improve domestic and commercial waste handling, strengthen recycling
THE Sarawak government continues to make positive progress in its efforts to restore and strengthen its rights under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), with 11 major claims successfully resolved to date. Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department (Law, MA63 and Federal-State Relations) Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali said
THE Sarawak government will allocate RM450 million in 2026 as Alternative Funding to accelerate the continued implementation of the SMART tower projects and the Sarawak Rural Broadband Network (MySRBN) initiative in another major push to close the digital divide across the State. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun