Monday, 8 December 2025

Author: Jacintha Jolene

UP-DLPS 6: Students advised to work on weaker subjects

KUCHING: Sarawak must strengthen students’ mastery of basic mathematics and science to prepare the next generation for future economic sectors, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said the Ujian Penilaian – Dual Language Programme Sarawak Year 6 (UP-DLPS 6) results showed strong performance in English

Fazzrudin slams Zaid Ibrahim’s “burden” remarks as divisive and baseless

KUCHING: Former law minister Datuk Zaid Ibrahim recent negative claims of Sarawak and Sabah are offensive, baseless and a threat to national harmony, says Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman. The Chief Political Secretary to the Premier condemned Zaid’s remarks, where the latter allegedly described Sabah and Sarawak as a “burden”, suggested

SALCRA visit highlights circular economy practices

ENGKILILI: Deputy Sarawak Secretary (Economic Planning and Development), Datuk Seri Dr Muhammad Abdullah Zaidel, recently conducted a working visit to the SALCRA Lubok Antu Palm Oil Mill 2 (LAPOM). Upon arrival, Abdullah and his delegation were received by SALCRA general manager, Datuk Joseph Blandoi, and members of the agency’s technical

Premier hints at possible incentives for Sarawak media practitioners

KUCHING: Sarawak media practitioners may soon receive special incentives, as hinted by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. “Just wait. If we have the money, what’s wrong with sharing it with the media?” He told reporters after attending the pre-council meeting ahead of the State Legislative Assembly

PBB told to intensify party activities next year

KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) machinery has been urged to further intensify party activities next year. PBB Secretary-General Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the reminder was conveyed by party president and Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. “Following (Abang Johari’s) reminder, we in the secretariat

Building (Amendment) Bill to boost green building enforcement

KUCHING: The tabling of the Building (Amendment) Bill 2025 at the upcoming State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting is intended to enhance enforcement measures and ensure that only genuinely sustainable structures qualify as green buildings. DUN Speaker, Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar, said the amendments are more comprehensive

DCF needs its own longhouse, says Uggah

KUCHING: The Dayak Cultural Foundation (DCF) must have its own longhouse, says its chairman Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. The Deputy Premier said the proposed longhouse would serve as a dedicated space to showcase Dayak artefacts, history and interactive cultural displays, while describing the initiative as timely and essential for

Preserving Dayak culture through modern design

KUCHING: Dayak traditional motifs and designs are being encouraged to evolve and adapt to the modern creative market, enabling the community to preserve its heritage while exploring opportunities in the global economy. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas emphasised that the Dayak community must move beyond merely safeguarding its

Integrity, governance drive Sarawak’s strong financial performance

KUCHING: Sarawak’s solid financial performance stems from disciplined management, strong governance and ethical leadership at all levels, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said these principles have significantly boosted public confidence while attracting fresh investments into the state. “Sarawak’s good financial performance and position are

DBOS launches Islamic Banking Window to boost value-based growth

KUCHING: The Development Bank of Sarawak (DBOS) has launched its Islamic Banking Window, DBOS Hana Islamic. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the launch presents a timely and strategic opportunity for DBOS to position Sarawak within the global Islamic finance ecosystem, ushering in a new era