KUCHING: Malaysians are expected to begin feeling the impact of rising fuel, logistics, and insurance costs within the next two months following the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Amar Fadillah Yusof said that even if the conflict ends, the recovery of global energy supply is
KUCHING: Senari Synergy Group of Companies marked Hari Raya Aidilfitri with a vibrant open house, drawing about 450 guests to Dewan HIKMAH today. The celebration, themed in elegant maroon hues, brought together stakeholders, partners, authorities and staff. Group Managing Director, Datuk Jefri Ahmad Tambi, said the gathering symbolised gratitude and
KUCHING: A proposal to grant Bumiputera status to third-generation Chinese Sarawakians should be carefully studied by the relevant authorities, particularly the Sarawak Customs Council, before any decision is made. Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Snowdan Lawan, said the matter involves constitutional considerations and cannot be
BY DEZIREEN GALOH & FASIHA KHUSHIRI KUCHING: Sarawak is reinforcing its standing as a regional tourism hub with the upcoming Third Southeast Asia (SEA) Tourist Guides Conference 2026, scheduled from October 13 to 15 at Kingwood Hotel, Sibu. The conference is expected to gather around 1,000 delegates from across SEA,
KUCHING: Health experts are urging the public to remain vigilant as prolonged exposure to high temperatures may pose serious risks, with Sarawak’s hot and humid conditions increasing cases of dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke. The warning comes as the heatwave currently affecting the country is expected to last until June,
KUCHING: The State Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) has instructed all authorities at the division and district levels to be on standby in facing the upcoming dry season and hot weather expected in the near future. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said the National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA) had
KUCHING: The Sarawak Government is planning the construction of a modern terminal for international cruise ships in the Damai area as a strategic move to strengthen the state’s tourism sector, particularly in northern Kuching. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Coordinator for Regional Development, DBKU and Islamic Affairs), Datuk Dr
KUCHING: A proposed new road linking Jalan Matang-Batu Kawa directly to the Emart roundabout has emerged as a key development priority aimed at easing persistent traffic congestion in the Tupong area. Chief Political Secretary to the Premier of Sarawak, Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman said the proposed project is crucial in
KUCHING: Kuching City FC (KCFC) has called on the Malaysian Football League (MFL) to conduct a detailed investigation into an alleged technical error involving the registration of import player, Scott Phillip Galang Wood. KCFC’s president who is also the Chief Political Secretary to the Premier of Sarawak, Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul
KUCHING: The SAGO Incubator 2026 programme is set to strengthen the growth of micro and small entrepreneurs in Sarawak, particularly in the food and beverage sector. Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Dr Ripin Lamat, said micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) remain a crucial pillar of
