KUCHING: University students have expressed strong support and appreciation for the continuation of the Special Financial Assistance (BKK) of RM1,200 for full-time degree and diploma students. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced the decision during a townhall session held in conjunction with Lan Berambeh Anak Sarawak
KUCHING: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) has appointed Sarawak Energy Berhad Group Chief Executive Officer Datuk Sharbini Suhaili as an adjunct professor for the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering programme under the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Faculty of Engineering. Effective from Oct 1, 2025 to Sept 30, 2026, the Faculty
KUALA LUMPUR: Stronger control over online content is needed to safeguard the younger generation from the negative impacts of unregulated digital exposure. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said social media and artificial intelligence (AI) could deeply influence emotions and behaviour if left unchecked. “I don’t feel
KUALA LUMPUR: The special financial assistance (BKK) of RM1,200 for full-time degree and diploma students will be continued next year, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Abang Johari said that before the full implementation of the Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES), he had announced during the
KUALA LUMPUR: The Sarawak Government is currently exploring suitable ways to extend the Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) to public universities (IPTA) beyond state-owned institutions. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state is studying the matter carefully, as public universities are managed by the federal
KUALA LUMPUR: A plot of land in Kuala Lumpur (KL) has been identified for the construction of the Sarawak Complex, which will serve as a hub for Sarawakian students studying in Peninsular Malaysia, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said the proposal was first raised during
KUCHING: X-FAB Sarawak Sdn Bhd was crowned the winner of the Premier’s Digital Economy Award with their Automatic Image Recognition (AIR) project, in conjunction with the International Digital Economy Conference Sarawak 2025 (IDECS25). The presentation of the award took place during the IDECS25 Gala Dinner which was officiated by Premier
KUCHING: Sarawak is reaffirming its position as a leader in Southeast Asia’s digital revolution, proving that innovation and sustainability can advance hand in hand. Utility and Telecommunication Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said Sarawak’s journey in the digital and green economy is now a shared responsibility. “We owe it to
KUCHING: SACOFA Sdn Bhd (SACOFA) and ZTE (ZTE Malaysia) Corporation Sdn Bhd (ZTE Malaysia) have established a strategic collaboration to advance Sarawak’s digital transformation. According to a press statement, both companies will work together to explore, develop and implement initiatives that strengthen Sarawak’s digital infrastructure and technological capabilities. The partnership
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has been invited to share Sarawak’s development perspectives during the 47th ASEAN Summit, which will take place from October 26 to 28. He said he will present views on renewable energy development and the growth of the semiconductor industry. “The