TO Sarawak, Datuk Seri Bo’ Tajang Laing was a pioneering Orang Ulu leader whose century-long life helped shape rural education, community leadership and cultural continuity across generations. To his grandchildren, he was simply grandpa — the man who walked them to the car before every departure, organised gatherings in the
KUCHING: Sarawak’s future must remain in the hands of its own leaders, with the state emphasising continued reliance on local-based parties while maintaining cooperation with the federal government. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Sarawak had long maintained its position that Peninsular-based parties such as the
KUCHING: Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has refuted allegations that the recently announced additional assistance under the Sumbangan Keperluan Asas Sarawak (SKAS) is linked to preparations for the upcoming state election. The Premier said such assumptions arose following comments questioning why Sarawak was distributing aid amid ongoing
KUCHING: Carbon trading linked to Sarawak’s land resources falls under state jurisdiction and will be considered carefully alongside federal climate policy and carbon tax frameworks as the sector develops. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state government would continue to protect its rights through provisions
KUCHING: More than 5,000 delegates thronged the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) here as early as 7:00 am for the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) Convention 2026 today. It marked the coalition’s inaugural convention, held under the theme ‘PCDS 2030: Visi Jadi Realiti’, bringing together party leaders, members and grassroots representatives
KUCHING: Sarawak’s plan to develop Tanjung Embang into a new airport–port–gas hub is intended to replicate the economic impacts of Changi Airport, positioning it as a catalyst for a southern growth corridor rather than a standalone infrastructure project. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the integrated
KUCHING: Sarawak must prepare for major global shifts, including climate change, technological disruption and rising inequality, as early as the next decade. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the coming decade will mark a critical period as the impacts of climate change intensify, affecting weather patterns
KUCHING: Sarawak is targeting 15 gigawatts of power capacity by 2035 while expanding into artificial intelligence, aerospace and high-value mineral industries to strengthen its future economy. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state’s current electricity demand stands at about seven gigawatts, leaving surplus capacity that
KUCHING: Sarawak’s bold move to impose a state sales tax on PETRONAS, which was later upheld by the court, has proven to be a defining turning point in strengthening the state’s financial standing. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that when he first took over the
KUCHING: The widespread adoption of cashless payments among Sarawakians reflects the success of the state’s digital economy push, a key pillar under the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said what began as a necessity during the COVID-19 pandemic has since
