KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak is poised to draw global medical attention after researchers discovered a plant-based compound in the state’s biodiversity that could potentially be developed to help treat cancer. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that the compound is now being studied by medical experts who
KOTA SAMARAHAN: More than 1,000 acres near the proposed Samarahan Boulevard has been identified for development as a permanent green area, forming part of the planned Samarahan Park. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the plan is currently in the pipeline with the Land and Survey
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The establishment of the Samarahan Boulevard is expected to place the area on a new development trajectory. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said the project reflects a visionary outlook that will transform Samarahan into a more vibrant, liveable and
KUCHING: Sarawak’s premier combat sports event, RENTAP Fighting Championship 7.0 (RENTAP FC7), will reach viewers across the state with 13 hours of live coverage with TVS broadcasting the tournament’s main event from The Summer Mall here on January 17. TVS Chief Media Officer, Sardon Zainal, said the station is proud
KUCHING: National Muaythai champion, Hasbullah Mood, is confident of successfully defending his WBC Bantamweight National Title for the third time when he competes in the upcoming RENTAP Fighting Championship 7.0 (RENTAP FC7), scheduled to take place from January 16 to 18. Hasbullah is set to face Wassof Rumijam, the gold
KUCHING: Sarawak will implement a carbon tax on regulated facilities in the oil, gas and energy sectors beginning this year, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said the proceeds will be channeled into a dedicated Climate Change Fund to support renewable energy deployment, energy efficiency,
KUCHING: Sarawak’s plan to develop a new international airport and a deep-sea port at Tanjung Embang is a strategic necessity to propel the State into first-world status, not an overambitious undertaking, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Addressing questions on the proposed projects, Abang Johari stressed
KUCHING: Sarawak is entering the second and most demanding phase of the Post Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, marking a decisive shift from preparation to performance with a sharper focus on execution, delivery and measurable outcomes, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said this phase,
KUCHING: The question of who has regulatory authority over petroleum activities in Sarawak should be decided by the court, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He was commenting on Petroliam Nasional Bhd’s (PETRONAS) move to seek clarification from the Federal Court on the laws governing petroleum
MINISTER OF FOOD INDUSTRY, COMMODITY AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT DATUK SERI DR STEPHEN RUNDI UTOM Heartiest congratulations to the Premier for his outstanding leadership which contributed to the most eventful development of Sarawak over the past nine years; to uplift the image of Sarawak, known not only within Malaysia but the