KUCHING: The Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts has agreed to extend the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Universiti Putra Malaysia Bintulu Campus (UPMKB) until 2027 for research purposes. Its Minister Datuk Seri Karim Rahman Hamzah said it comes with an injection of RM3 million in funds for
KUCHING: Sarawak’s way of life and its cultural heritage must be preserved and not to be ‘polluted’. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state’s green economy efforts encompass the preservation of its culture and the environment. “When we pursue green energy, it means that we
KUCHING: Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) aspires to unlock the potential of science, technology and entrepreneurship to address the intricate dynamics of food production, distribution and accessibility. Its vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Roziah Mohd Janor said this would be done through the convergence of biotechnology, smart farming practices and entrepreneurial innovation.
KUCHING: Sarawak is collaborating with universities to engage their students and lecturers in smart agriculture research and projects. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this is to ensure the younger generation embrace modern agricultural technology through apprenticeship programmes. “We have the universities involved such as Universiti
KUCHING: The agricultural sector in Sarawak needs to be more ‘sexy’ in order to attract the younger generation to become involved. Minister of Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development (MFICORD) Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said the ministry is committed to get them to be involved in the agricultural
KUCHING: Sarawak is looking into the feasibility of changing the name of the state’s Department of Agriculture to Department of Food Industry. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this is in line with ensuring the agriculture industry remains relevant. “Now, we have the Ministry of Food
KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) is well prepared for the upcoming Jepak state by-election on Nov 4. Premier and GPS chairman Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, however, has yet to reveal the coalition’s candidate. “Kita sedia lah (We get ready). And on nomination day, we will send
KUCHING: The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) is taking seriously the claims made by foreign tourists regarding hidden cameras discovered in a Sabah homestay where they were staying. Its Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said he is aware of the issue and has asked the Sabah government,
BY NATASHA JEE, ALEXANDRA LORNA, GOH PEI PEI KUCHING: The Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) needs to uphold its strong commitment to protect Sarawak’s rights as stated in the country’s four key documents. Premier and PBB president Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the Federal Constitution (FC),
BY NATASHA JEE, ALEXANDRA LORNA, GOH PEI PEI KUCHING: Delegates at the 2023 Kuching Zone PBB Special Convention have expressed their aspirations for increased local development and decisive actions against escalating prices. The convention, held at the Hikmah Exchange Event Centre today, saw a turnout of about 1,400 PBB members