KUCHING: The Ministry for Women, Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development has identified ageing as one of the 13 main social issues to address in the state. Its Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, said this initiative is part of early preparations as Sarawak is expected to become an ageing state by
KUCHING: The recent announcement of RM1,200 in pocket money for Sarawakian students, regardless of their family’s income, has garnered widespread attention and sparked discussions across the state.The initiative is aimed at alleviating financial challenges faced by students, providing them with adequate resources for daily needs and educational expenses.By extending the
A total of RM40 million has been allocated next year to develop 14 industrial estates in Sarawak, including Kuching High-Tech Park as an expansion for Sama Jaya Free Industrial Zone. Deputy Premier, and Minister for International Trade, Industry and Investment, Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said this park will
SARAWAK, with its vast geographical landscape, requires substantial investments particularly for funding of its public infrastructure and utilities to ensure it achieves balanced development across urban and rural areas. Deputy Premier, and Second Finance and New Economy Minister, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said during the 12th Malaysia Plan’s (12MP)
THE State Planning Authority (SPA) has received three applications for the development of petrol stations in Julau. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said that one application was approved by the SPA on November 24, 2023, but the Provisional Approval has since expired. “The applicant failed to submit
MORE than 8,900 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the state have benefitted from various financial assistance schemes totalling RM193 million as of Oct this year. Deputy Premier and Minister of International Trade, Industry, and Investment Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said, thus, his Ministry will continue to
FOUR Urban Renewal Project schemes have been implemented in phases, with the Darul Hana Development Project Phases 1 and 2 achieving significant progress. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said as of Oct 31, 564 houses have been fully completed under the project, with 557 houses already allocated
THE Ministry of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development has engaged a total of 1,100 participants across various youth nurturing and empowering programmes in the state this year. Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said empowering youth entrepreneurship in Sarawak requires collaborations with the private sector, investors, banks, business associations
THE Ministry of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development is committed to forming a dedicated committee comprising athletes, sports experts and consultants with specialised expertise aligned to the needs of our sports facilities. Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the committee will undertake research to identify key areas for
SARAWAK remains resolute in safeguarding its sovereignty and autonomy, prioritizing the protection of its people’s rights, welfare, and security through stringent monitoring and enforcement of its laws. Minister of Tourism, Creative Arts, and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah stressed the critical need for continuous scrutiny of individuals
