MIRI: Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg tabled the Sarawak State Budget 2025 on Monday, announcing an allocation of RM15.8 billion. This figure marks a significant increase of RM2.2 billion, or 16 percent, from the 2024 budget of RM13.6 billion. The budget focuses on accelerating development
MIRI: The Women’s Association of Kayan Telang Usan (Doh Kayan Telang Usan, or DKTU) celebrated its eighth anniversary on Sunday with a charity initiative aimed at supporting kidney patients in need of dialysis. A total of 20 beneficiaries of the ‘DKTU Care For You’ initiative received cash donations, reflecting the
MIRI: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) Miri zone has arrested an Indonesian fishing vessel for illegal fishing activities in Malaysian waters. The vessel was intercepted 49 nautical miles northwest of Tanjung Payong at approximately 5.30 pm on Saturday (Nov 9), said Miri maritime zone director Mohd Khairol Anuar Saad.
MIRI: Malaysia’s healthcare system is grappling with a severe manpower shortage as it expands rapidly. Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni said that with new hospitals like Papar (Sabah) and Nanga Mendamit (Sarawak) set to open, the urgent need for essential equipment and staff is paramount. Many existing facilities,
MARUDI: Investments in infrastructure will bring a host of benefits, from enhanced utilities to internet connectivity and economic growth. Deputy Minister of Local Government and Housing Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil said the people here must therefore pay heed to the substantial efforts made to improve their living standards. Altogether, he
MARUDI: The much awaited Marudi Bridge, a RM116.5 million infrastructure project, officially opened to the public here today (Nov 11). The new bridge marks a significant development milestone in the Baram region, eliminating the need for ferry services across the Batang Baram river. Construction of the Marudi Bridge began on
MIRI: Close to 30 members of the Northern Sarawak Journalists Association (NSJA) enjoyed a special luncheon hosted by Sarawak Oil Palms Berhad (SOP) on Friday afternoon at the scenic Tanjong Lobang Beach. The event, held to recognise the contributions of NSJA members, featured a two-hour programme packed with activities. SOP’s
MIRI: The Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public and Civil Services (Cuepacs) has urged Malaysia’s civil servants to verify information about the upcoming Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA), which replaces the Malaysian Remuneration System (SSM) on December 1, 2024. Cuepacs president Datuk Dr Adnan Mat said that they
MIRI: Police have apprehended two local men suspected of involvement in drug trafficking activities at a housing area in Miri. The arrests were made on Wednesday afternoon at 3 pm in a raid led by officers from the Miri District Narcotics Criminal Investigation Division, confirmed Miri District Police Chief ACP
MIRI: A joint operation by the Miri Immigration Enforcement Unit (UPI) on Wednesday resulted in the arrest of 46 foreign nationals in Niah and Bekenu. A team of immigration officers inspected 13 locations, checking 86 individuals. The largest number of arrests, 14, was made at Tamu Simpang Bekenu. Seven were
