Monday, 23 March 2026

Author: Natasha Jee

Adjust mindset and look global, says Premier

KUCHING: Local talents in the state need to be nurtured with a global mindset so that they can play a significant role in the new economy. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Sarawak’s role is no longer limited to the state or the country, but extending

PBB increases supreme council members by another 10

KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumputera Bersatu (PBB) welcomed 10 new members to its supreme council. PBB secretary-general Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the appointment of the members were five each from the Women and Youth wings. “This is the first time since the approval of additional supreme council members where

Pro-tem PBB Youth 1828 to be launched soon in Sibu

KUCHING: The pro-tem Youth 1828 Wing of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB), catering for individuals aged 18 to 28, is expected to be launched in Sibu on Oct 5 and 6. PBB secretary-general Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said all necessary regulations for the Youth 1828 Wing have been completed

PBB to hold party general assembly, polls early next year

KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) is preparing for the party’s 16th general assembly, scheduled for the end of January or early February next year. Its secretary-general Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the theme for the assemblywill be ‘PBB Tonggak Kestabilan, Kemajuan dan Kelestarian (PBB: The Pillar of Stability,

Herman Tino to serenade Head of State

KUCHING: Renowned Malaysian singer Herman Tino is set to perform at the upcoming State Banquet in conjunction with the 78th Birthday Celebration of the Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar. Deputy Minister of Transport II (Riverine and Marine), Datuk Henry Harry Jinep, said that the

Time to honour MA63 as agreed by forefathers

KUCHING: The federal government must honour the terms agreed upon in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), particularly Sarawak and Sabah’s call for one-third representation in parliament. In stating this, Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) deputy president Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said the matter is already clearly written in the MA63. “Now

PDP defers seat allocation decisions to GPS leadership

KUCHING: The Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) will leave the decision on seat allocations for the next state election to the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) leadership, opting not to assert any claims, says PDP deputy president Datuk Henry Harry Jinep. He noted that the party’s initial understanding with the former Parti

Public urged to prioritise heart health with daily walks

KUCHING: The public has been called to prioritise their heart health, with something as simple as walking a mile daily. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said heart-related diseases are among the leading causes of death in Malaysia, including Sarawak. “There is a growing queue at the Sarawak

STR benefits reach unbanked Sarawakians

MIRI: The Federal government is expanding the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) initiative nationwide, including in rural Sarawak, to accommodate an estimated 500,000 eligible recipients who do not have bank accounts. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that over 51,000 of these recipients are from Sabah and Sarawak. “In Sarawak,

Sarawak recognised as key energy hub

MIRI: Sarawak is rapidly gaining international recognition as a key energy hub especially in the green energy sector. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim noted that the international communities are constantly focusing on the state with regards to this matter. “Any country looking for an energy hub that can supply