KUCHING: The people of Sarawak have again been reminded to safeguard the region’s interests. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said looking at the current political climate, it is difficult to identify one’s ‘lawan’ (enemies) or one’s ‘kawan’ (comrades). “Now in Kuala Lumpur, we don’t know who is ‘kawan’ or
KUCHING: The federal government remains obligated to provide financial support to Sarawak notwithstanding the state’s recent gain in revenue. In stating this, Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said this is Sarawak’s rightful entitlement as being part of Malaysia. “Certain quarters who claim that Sarawak has a lot of
KAPIT: The federal government has issued a stern reminder to individuals, leaders, and political parties against exploiting racial and religious issues that could undermine racial harmony in the country. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Patinggi Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that appropriate action will be taken under the Sedition Act against
KAPIT: United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has thanked Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) chairman Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg for confirming his attendance at the UMNO General Assembly from June 7-10. The Deputy Prime Minister said this was confirmed when he visited
KAPIT: The federal government will provide allocations for the purpose of upgrading longhouses across Sarawak to ensure the rural community enjoys a standard of living comparable to urban areas. After making an announcement on approving RM1 million to upgrade Richard Engking’s longhouse here, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Patinggi Dr Ahmad
KAPIT: Sarawak and Sabah must not lag behind Indonesia, especially with the relocation of the country’s capital to East Kalimantan. In stating this, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Patinggi Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the federal government will therefore ensure the construction of roads as well as works to upgrade facilities
KAPIT: The federal government has pledged to assist in the development of the Mara Professional College as well as other infrastructure projects here. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Patinggi Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said construction works on the college will commence this year. “This also applies to the request of Works
LAWAS: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan has announced that the Lawas Development Masterplan will undergo adjustments to align with the ongoing and planned development initiatives led by the Sarawak government in the district. Speaking at the ground-breaking ceremony of the LePapa Hypermarket and Roxy Hotel project yesterday,
LAWAS: The bamboo industry holds immense potential in the production of another renewable energy. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said for instance, the bamboo resources can be processed into pellets, serving as a biomass that can be utilised as fuel, similar to charcoal. “While there are
LAWAS: The progress in Sarawak necessitates a strong partnership and collaboration between the state government and private sectors. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Sarawak has set up the Northern Region Development Agency (NRDA) which prioritises basic infrastructure like roads, water and electricity supply, internet connectivity
