THE Sarawak Government continues to demonstrate its strong commitment to the welfare of low-income citizens through the ongoing implementation of the Resettlement Scheme (SPS) and Village Expansion Scheme (SPK), which have been actively pursued since the Fourth Malaysia Plan (4thMP). Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said the
INITIATIVES aimed at empowering Persons with Disabilities (OKU) to actively participate in both national and international sports events have been paying off in the state. Women, Childhood and Community Well-being Development Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said these efforts not only provide opportunities but also elevate the potential and dignity
KUCHING: China Railway Engineering Corporation (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (CRECM), the local arm of a global infrastructure giant, has signed a key agreement with Imasa Dinasti Sdn Bhd to spearhead the implementation of the ambitious Kenyalang Smart City (KSC) project. The agreement, witnessed by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Prof Dr. Sim
THE Sarawak Ministry of Public Health, Housing and Local Government has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing the growing infrastructure needs and rising expectations of the public, particularly in rural areas such as Lingga and Stakan. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said infrastructure is not just about roads
KUCHING: A group of 30 entrepreneurship students from Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus, led by Head of the Department of Executive and Entrepreneurship Dr Gabriel Wee Wei En and lecturer Dr Irving Ting Shou Hul, visited the Sarawak Biodiversity Centre (SBC) on May 21 as part of their real-world
KUCHING: A “Sedia Akaun Kendiri, Tabung & Ilmu” (SAKTI) programme was held over two days in Betong to strengthen financial literacy and digital empowerment among rural communities. The May 24-25 initiative was jointly organised by Angkatan Zaman Mansang (AZAM) Sarawak, YES Sarawak and Ibrandium Resources. Acting Deputy Resident of Betong,
KUCHING: The franchising industry holds great promise, with its value expected to exceed RM26 billion this year. Dayak Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) Deputy President, Kilat Beriak, who touted its prospects, urged more Dayaks to therefore participate in the franchise business. “It is a unique business model,” he said
THE Bario STOLport in the highlands of Sarawak is set for a major upgrade, following the federal government’s approval to enhance its operational efficiency and safety. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said this long-awaited initiative aims to address passenger capacity limitations caused by runway restrictions. Currently, the STOLport’s
SARAWAK recorded a strong performance in air transport for the first quarter of 2025, with a total of 30,980 aircraft movements carrying 2.5 million passengers across all airports and STOLports in the state. Minister of Transport Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said this reflects an 8 per cent increase in
SARAWAK is moving towards achieving a fully integrated and efficient traffic management system, with 173 out of 342 traffic lights statewide already upgraded to smart systems, says Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin. He said the state is working closely with the Sarawak Multimedia Authority (SMA) to ensure all