I am happy Sarawak has made headlines by becoming the first state in Malaysia to abolish the quota-based university admission system, implementing a purely merit-based approach. This shift represents a bold statement in favour of equal opportunity and intellectual meritocracy, reflecting the state’s ambition to foster a competitive academic environment.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s administration has witnessed an era of recalibrated federal relations with Sarawak and Sabah. His commitment to the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) has been widely seen as a strategic move, given the critical parliamentary support we contribute to his one-time fledgling Pakatan Harapan coalition. However,
Idup ka nyawa dulu. Udah urat tegap, baru kitai ulih bejaku (Give life to yourself first. Once your foundation is solid, then you can talk and act). – Tun Datuk Patinggi Temenggong Jugah The journey to secure Sarawak’s rightful representation is far from over. In the Viewpoint section on Nov
The Federation of Malaysia was established with a vision of unity, equality, and balanced representation. Assurances were made to Sarawak and Sabah, ensuring we would not be sidelined by the numerically superior Malaya. These safeguards were not mere aspirations but legally binding commitments under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), designed
The history of government regulation on food safety is one of government watchdogs chasing the horse after it’s out of the barn. – David Aaron Kessler, paediatrician and White House chief science officer An unsettling and deeply disturbing trend has emerged, tarnishing the image of some eateries in Malaya. Once
I have no issue with raising minimum wage, but then the customer can’t say to us, “Why are you raising your prices?” – Tilman J. Fertitta, American billionaire businessman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced a significant policy shift that will affect workers and employers alike: the minimum wage will increase
What I would like to do is to leave behind a sustainable entity of a set of companies that operate in an exemplary manner in terms of ethics, values and continue what our ancestors left behind. – Ratan Tata, Indian industrialist and philanthropist The world recently bid farewell to Ratan
Wan Junaidi and his wife, Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi. I am suggesting this title because it aptly describes my Head of State’s approachable nature while stressing his stature as a respected leader. Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, Sarawak’s Governor, embodies humility, warmth, and a genuine connection
SARARAWKIANS have every reason to feel deeply disappointed and frustrated after the federal authorities backtracked on the special teacher recruitment programme, which was specifically designed to address the state’s shortage of primary and secondary school teachers by recruiting local Sarawakians. This initiative, which was supposed to be a step forward
Many parents recognise the value of multilingualism, particularly proficiency in Mandarin, which enhances career prospects due to its global economic importance. – Dr Teh Choon Jin, National Association of Private Educational Institutions secretary-general The low enrolment in Chinese primary schools (SJKCs) across Sarawak, particularly in Sibu, has long been a
