KUCHING: The Sarawak government is considering the introduction of sport science programmes at its state-owned universities as part of efforts to develop the state’s sports industry. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said discussions are ongoing with the Ministry of Education regarding the initiative. “We could set
KUCHING: The Sports Toto Supreme 6/58 jackpot is expected to exceed RM100 million today (Jan 18), marking a new all-time high. According to reports by China Press and reported in the New Straits Times, Sports Toto Berhad Chief Executive Officer Nerine Tan said the previous record jackpot was RM97.75 million
MIRI: Baram is poised to transition from being an interior area into a key player in driving economic growth in northern Sarawak, leveraging its potential as a tourism hub and a suitable location for agricultural development. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Baram is rich in
BINTULU: Sarawak achieved a new milestone with the official sail away of Sarawak Petchem Sdn Bhd’s 20,000 metric tonnes of methanol from the Sarawak Methanol Complex to China today (Jan 14). The operation went smoothly, aided by the innovative wavescreen technology incorporated into the design of the newly constructed three-kilometre
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg will be in Bintulu Tuesday to witness the official ceremony for the sail away of the Sarawak Petchem’s methanol export cargo and the ground-breaking of the green methanol project. The state witnessed the commissioning of the Sarawak Petchem methanol plant
KUCHING: The 500 megawatt (MW) hydrogen-ready Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) facility in Miri will be able to enhance power supply in northern Sarawak and could potentially serve neighbouring state Sabah and Brunei. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said an agreement has already been made with
KUCHING: Sarawak is intensifying efforts to secure funding for transformative energy projects in the state. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said henceforth the state government will engage with international financial institutions and global partners, leveraging green funds and strategic partnerships to drive Sarawak’s transition to a
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is exploring partnerships with international aerospace firms and research institutions to facilitate knowledge and technology exchange while driving innovation. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the aerospace industry holds immense growth potential, where with increasing demand for satellites, drones, and aerospace components,
KUCHING: Sarawak will formally takeover MASwings airline before Ramadan. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg described the acquisition of the airline as settled. “What I can reveal today is that MASwings is ‘beres’ (settled). This means we are taking over, and soon there will be a signing
KUCHING: Financial assistance under the Sumbangan Keperluan Asas Sarawak (SKAS) initiative will be credited directly into recipients’ SPay Global e-wallets from Feb 18, ensuring swift and efficient delivery to low-income families across Sarawak. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said with an allocation of RM450 million under