KUCHING: The Sarawak government has submitted 12 proposals, including allocating funds directly to the state and applying its procurement procedures and project implementation protocols, for consideration by the federal government under the 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK13). Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this would ensure federal
KUCHING: Sarawak requires over RM70 billion to expedite the development of basic infrastructure, quality education, and healthcare services across the state to promote balanced economic growth in all regions. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said these are crucial for boosting the people’s income and eradicating poverty
KUCHING: The Ministry of Economy will gather feedback, assess, and harmonise the required allocations for each state under the 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK-13), even with Sarawak’s large funding requests exceeding RM100bil. Minister Rafizi Ramli said his team will balance the allocation in stages, not just for Sarawak but for all
KUCHING: Writing is a pursuit that demands more than just talent; it calls for dedication, resilience, and a commitment to continuous learning. Chief executive officer (CEO) of New Sarawak Tribune and Suara Sarawak Datuk Dr Jeniri Amir, a celebrated scholar and author of over 58 books, shared this with an
KUCHING: The state government has approved an allocation of RM10 million for the construction of a new academic block and other facilities at SK Tupong Rakyat here. In making this announcement, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said besides the academic block the project will include a
KUCHING: The Madani government must back its commitment to allocate one-third of parliamentary seats to Sabah and Sarawak with concrete action, says Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) senior lecturer Dr Ahi Sarok. The political analyst said implementing this allocation requires a constitutional amendment, as the Federal Constitution currently sets the number
KUCHING: Sarawak’s new Kuching International Airport, set to be a seamless, high-tech gateway, has already attracted investor interest, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said the new airport will be an ‘advanced airport’ that will enhance Sarawak’s connectivity, ease of travel, and appeal as an
KUCHING: The Neu Pendington project, a collaboration between UDA Holdings Berhad (UDA) and the Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC), has emerged as a strategic focal point for Kuching, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The phased development will feature 594 residential units and 190 commercial units,
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg commended UDA Holdings Berhad’s commitment to expanding new development areas in Jepak, Bintulu, as part of a planned economic expansion in Sarawak. “I call this the second wave of development for Bintulu, focusing on Jepak. “This planned expansion by UDA will have
KUCHING: One-third parliamentary seats is needed to ensure the voices and interests of Sabah and Sarawak are not overlooked in national policy-making, especially in decisions that could impact these states. In a joint statement, the Sarawak Indigenous Intellectuals Association (Perantis), Sarawak Rara Salako Association (Perasa), Raban Semadak Borneo Brotherhood, and