Monday, 23 March 2026

Author: Natasha Jee

Sarawakians urged to support athletes in 21st Para SUKMA games

KUCHING: Sarawakians have been urged to come out and show their support for all para athletes competing in the 21st Para Malaysia Games (SUKMA) 2024. Women, Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah called on the public to offer their full support, regardless of the athletes’ home

Sarawak performing arts scene receives strong government support

KUCHING: The performing arts scene in the state will continue to receive strong support from the Sarawak government. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that an amount of RM300 million has been allocated to renovate the old Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) building to transform it

Abdul Karim: BCM offers a blend of history and entertainment

KUCHING: The Borneo Cultures Museum (BCM), Malaysia’s largest and the second-largest museum in Southeast Asia here, will offer visitors not only historical exhibits to explore but also spaces for entertainment and engagement. Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Art Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said efforts are made to

Sarawak’s own airline plans for year-end launch

KUCHING: Sarawak plans to launch its own airline by the end of this year to further enhance tourism in the region. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the new airline will facilitate travel to the state. “We need people to come and they need planes to

Affin Bank announcement within a week

BETONG: The Sarawak government is close to acquiring a bigger stake in Affin Bank Bhd with everything sorted out including with Bank Negara. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the acquisition process is nearly complete, with an official announcement expected within a week. “We are about

Bukit Sadok plans expected to spur tourism

BETONG: The tourism potential of Betong Division will get a shot-in-the-arm with the Bukit Sadok Development Programme. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said this includes the construction of a replica of Rentap Fort, on its original site in Bukit Sadok, Betong, at a cost of RM16 million. “The

TYT’s 78th birthday celebration from Oct 10 to 13

KUCHING: The 78th Birthday Celebration of the Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, is set to take place with grandeur, featuring seven key events from October 10 to 13. Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah announced that the

Tourist Arrivals: Sarawak upbeat to reach target  

KUCHING: Sarawak is optimistic about reaching its target of four million tourist arrivals by the end of this month or by mid-October. Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the number of tourists visiting the state has already neared 3.3 million in the

Para Sukma: Sarawak out to wrest title from Sabah

KUCHING: Sarawak is out to reclaim the Para Malaysia Games (Para Sukma)) championship title from Sabah during the 21st edition of the Games, set to take place here next week. As the host state, it aims to fully capitalise on the home advantage to achieve this goal. Para Sukma Sarawak

Malaysia Day commemorates journey to progress, prosperity

SRI AMAN: The Malaysia Day celebration serve as a crucial platform to guide future generations in appreciating the journey of Malaysia over six decades towards progress and prosperity. Minister of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said that the celebration which is more than just