MIRI: Three individuals, including two women and a man, were injured in a two-car collision involving a four-wheel drive (4WD) and a sport utility vehicle (SUV) today. The accident which occurred near Jalan Pan-Borneo, Simpang SOP Gelasah, involved a Toyota Hilux and a Mitsubishi ASX. The impact caused both vehicles
MIRI: Chief Secretary to the Government, Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar, paid a surprise visit to the Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security (ICQS) complex at Sungai Tujoh near here on Sunday morning. The unannounced visit was part of an initiative to assess the preparedness of government service counters at
MIRI: The Sarawak Children’s Literature Festival has provided a dynamic platform for children to engage in creative activities that inspire imagination and foster a love for reading, said Deputy Minister for Women, Childhood, and Community Development Datuk Rosey Yunus. Speaking at the closing ceremony on Sunday, Rosey highlighted that the
MIRI: The long-awaited expansion of Miri Airport has finally received the green light, though the exact allocation of funds remains undisclosed. The project, initially proposed by Malaysia Airports Berhad (MAB) in collaboration with the Ministry of Transport Sarawak, is expected to cost RM150 million. Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin,
MIRI: Sarawak is rapidly advancing towards becoming an ageing region, a reality that is both a challenge and an opportunity for its government and people. According to a study by the Malaysian Research Institute on Ageing (MyAgeing™), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), by 2028, 16 per cent of Sarawak’s population, approximately
MIRI: Sarawak will continue to collaborate with its neighbouring countries such as Brunei, and Indonesia for continuous development in the state. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stressed the importance of a long-term development strategy for the state, particularly through close collaboration with its neighbouring regions, Brunei
MIRI: The Sarawak government is steadfast in its efforts to enhance infrastructure, particularly in Miri and Baram, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Abang Johari pointed out the ongoing construction of a bridge that will connect Miri and Marudi, a vital link that will eliminate the
MIRI: The ongoing construction of the Coastal Road Northern Development Territory will strengthen Sarawak’s relationship with Brunei, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He noted that the road project, which stretches from Miri through Brunei to Limbang and Lawas, will foster closer ties and enhance connectivity
MIRI: Sarawak is set to transform its northern region, encompassing Limbang, Lawas and Miri, into a significant rice cultivation area using modern agricultural technologies. The initiative aligns with Sarawak’s broader vision to boost food security and is expected to contribute towards meeting the state’s target of producing 240,000 tonnes of
MIRI: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg expressed optimism about Malaysia’s economic recovery under the leadership of Prime Minister Dato’ Sri Anwar Ibrahim. Speaking at the launch of the “Madani Rakyat Sarawakku Sayang” programme in Miri on Saturday, he lauded Anwar’s efforts in stabilising the country over
