SRI AMAN: The Sarawak Traffic Games (STG) serves not only as a competition but also as a hands-on learning platform to promote road safety awareness among students, says Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin. Lee said the programme exposes students to real-life traffic situations, including police enforcement and penalties
KUCHING: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) exponent from Sarawak, Alfaldo Riski Hendra, secured third place at the prestigious Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Professional (AJP) Grand Slam in China recently, marking a major milestone in his sporting career. Competing against top-ranked athletes from more than 30 countries, Alfaldo’s podium finish puts Sarawak and Malaysia
KUCHING: Sarawak is laying the groundwork to transition from semiconductor research to large-scale production, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said the state’s strategy is to develop prototypes before scaling up production domestically. “Once we understand the technology and move from prototype to scaling up,
KUCHING: Sarawak is ramping up efforts to build local talent and attract global expertise as part of its long-term strategy to establish itself as a regional hub for the semiconductor industry, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said education and training are central to capacity
KUCHING: Sarawak is charting an ambitious path to become a global player in the semiconductor industry by leveraging its renewable energy resources, fostering international collaborations, and building local innovation capacity. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030 outlines efforts to diversify
KUCHING: The Big Bad Wolf Kuching 2025, known as the world’s largest book sale, is expecting around 55,000 visitors over its nine-day run. According to Chloe Lim, Sponsorships, Partnerships & PR Senior Manager at Big Bad Wolf Books Sdn Bhd, the team is hoping to see higher footfall in the
KUCHING: Sarawak is fully prepared to face the Northeast Monsoon season expected from Nov this year until Mar 2026, with 7,407 personnel mobilised from various agencies. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said the team comprises members from the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), Sarawak Health Department, Welfare Department, Fire
KUCHING: Sarawak airline, AirBorneo, will collaborate with the Royal Brunei Airlines to improve air connectivity across the Borneo region. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the move follows the announcement of East Kalimantan as host of the Borneo Games 2027. “I believe that by 2027, Sarawak
KUCHING: Sarawak will continue to invest in sports development, not only to benefit the state’s youth but also to share with counterparts from other regions. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the move is important for modern facilities to nurture promising athletes while also instilling discipline
KUCHING: East Kalimantan will host the Borneo Games 2027, with the main venue expected to be centred in Samarinda. Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said the decision was reached unanimously during a meeting recently. “When it was presented during the meeting, East