THE pilot Smart Agriculture Pilot Project under the Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC) has achieved remarkable results. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the facility consists of two high-tech greenhouses and an open field farming area, equipped with IoT sensors, smart integrated precision fertigation and irrigation
SARAWAK cannot simply export its natural gas and risk depleting resources without an industrial base in the future, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Abang Johari, who is also the Finance and New Economy Minister, said the state was taking a balanced approach between exports and
SARAWAKIANS are reminded to be wary of individuals promoting “ideas” and “professional opinions” online, as these commentators may profit from attention while potentially undermining the trust and unity within the community. Minister of Infrastructure and Port Development, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, said the international recognition and successes Sarawak enjoys
THE Sarawak’s Alternative Funding (AF) initiative continues to reshape the state’s physical landscape and propelling the economy towards high-income status under the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, with a sum RM21.8 billion already channelled into key development projects across the state. Deputy Premier and Second Minister of Finance and
A TOTAL of RM67.5 million from the federal government’s overall RM100 million allocation under the Bitara Madani initiative has been distributed as of November this year to strengthen basic infrastructure and clinical equipment across Sarawak. Deputy Premier and Public Health, Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui
SARAWAK is intensifying its waste-to-wealth initiatives, with the Sarawak Land Consolidation and Rehabilitation Authority (SALCRA) now embarking on Bio-Compressed Natural Gas (BioCNG) production through methane trapping facilities under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) approach. Minister for Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development, Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom, said this is
SARAWAK’s push to modernise and industrialise its agrofood sub-sector is progressing steadily, with multiple agropark, smart farming and agricultural infrastructure projects moving into key development phases. Minister of Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said the ministry is undertaking various initiatives to transform the
MAJOR upgrades are underway at civic centre facilities and sports infrastructure across Sarawak, with the projects aimed at improving safety, accessibility and overall visitor experience. Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the ongoing upgrading of the Kuching Civic Centre, costing RM5 million for
SARAWAK is positioning itself to tap into the growing cruise industry. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said, however, there is a need to improve port facilities and logistic services to facilitate seamless passenger transfer in the state. “The Ministry is in
THE 397 Sarawak–Malaysia My Second Home Programme (SMM2H) applications approved between January and November this year have generated RM128.4 million in fixed deposit placements and RM855,000 in processing fees, contributing significantly to the state coffers. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said
