KUCHING: Men’s health, often overlooked, needs more attention, particularly in raising awareness and encouraging early prevention, said Deputy Minister of Utility and Telecommunication Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi. “Despite being equally important as women, children, the elderly, and PWDs, men’s health receives less focus. “We rarely see dedicated programmes for
BAU: The inaugural Bau Youth Carnival 2024 should be included in the Sarawak Tourism Calendar as an annual event, suggests Krian assemblyman Friday Belik. He said the carnival, which draws significant participation and attendance, has the potential to boost tourism by attracting visitors from outside Bau to experience and celebrate
BAU: More experts in tourism and hospitality are needed to elevate the local tourism industry in Bau, says Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. He noted that the tourism and hospitality sector is expanding rapidly in Malaysia. “As its minister, I truly hope that expertise in
GEDONG: The Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) will be divided into two specialised units by the end of this year to accelerate Sarawak’s goal towards achieving self-sufficiency in rice production and potentially exporting excess rice by 2030. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the restructuring
KUCHING: Travel agencies and airlines should aggressively promote Latin American countries as tourist destinations as these countries have untapped potential for Malaysian travellers, said Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. “Malaysians love to travel, but I have noticed they rarely visit Latin America,
SRI AMAN: The annual Pesta Benak (Tidal Bore Festival) returns to the vibrant town of Simanggang from Nov 29 to Dec 1, which is set to enliven it with a grand showcase of culture, tourism, and community spirit. This year marks the 21st edition of the festival, featuring 16 activities
GEDONG: The 54.4-hectare paddy transformation project at Lubok Punggor here will serve as a pilot model for scaling up rice production in Sarawak and potentially fulfilling up to 50 per cent of the state’s local rice demand. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said if the project
KAPIT: Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has directed the Kapit Parliamentary Office team to assess the needs of residents at Rumah Dennis Anak Langok Amang Ulu, Jalan Selirik, who were affected by this morning’s (Nov 27) flood and provide immediate assistance. In a Facebook post, the Kapit MP
KUCHING: The inaugural BorneoCraft Global Expo and Conference 2024 marks a pivotal step in Sarawak’s mission to establish itself as a leading hub for craft and craft tourism. Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts (MTCP) Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said he envisions the expo as a launchpad
KUCHING: Rise of Social Efforts (ROSE) has expressed strong support for Machan assemblyman Allan Siden Gramong’s proposal to extend the number of sitting days for the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN). ROSE, in a statement yesterday, concurred with Siden that the current schedule limits discussions on critical constituency issues. It
