Thursday, 26 March 2026

Author: Natasha Jee

Sarawak, Sabah diesel subsidy rationalisation exemption due to higher usage – PM

KUCHING: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has clarified the federal government’s decision to exempt Sarawak and Sabah from the diesel subsidy rationalisation exercise, citing higher diesel usage in these states compared to Peninsular Malaysia. He said the exemption was not due to demands or pressures but rather based on

PM: Political stability and clear policies propel Sarawak’s economic rise

KUCHING: Sarawak’s political stability and clear policies have transformed it into an economic giant in the country, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He attributed this success to the strong leadership of the state Cabinet, led by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. “Premier has emphasised

Anwar attends state-level Gawai Dayak gala dinner

KUCHING: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim last night joined state leaders and people of Sarawak for the 2024 state-level Gawai Dayak Gala Dinner at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK). Upon his arrival at the venue, he was welcomed by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, Deputy

MoF to release RM100 mil on Monday

KUCHING: The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has been instructed to release a sum of RM100 million for Sarawak to assist the state in speeding up the development of dilapidated school and clinic projects in the rural areas. In announcing this, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that the matter

Sarawak sets aside RM200 mil for dilapidated schools, clinics

KUCHING: The Sarawak government is setting aside RM200 million in financial allocation to expedite the development of dilapidated schools and clinics in rural areas. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state government will advance the allocation which will be reimbursed by the federal government later.

Minos chides disrespectful individuals over negative remarks

KUCHING: Political observer Datuk Peter Minos has voiced his disappointment regarding individuals who have made negative remarks against Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, saying that such behaviour reflects disrespect towards Sarawak’s top leader and its people. He said the Premier does not deserve to be looked

Mindfulness as a catalyst for Sarawak’s progress

KUCHING: Sarawak adopts the principle of ‘muraqabah’ (mindfulness) to drive sustainable development and enhance community well-being in the state. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg emphasized the significance of ‘muraqabah’ in Islam, which encourages individuals to be conscious of their surroundings. “The concept of ‘muraqabah’ inspires us

Sarawak awaits cue from Putrajaya

KUCHING: Sarawak’s salary adjustment for its civil servants must align with that at the federal level. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that the state is still awaiting further details from the federal government on the matter.  “If we implement the salary adjustment and if it

Sarawak exploring potential for graphite production

KUCHING: The Sarawak government is studying mineral mining practices and legislation in Canada to explore the potential for graphite production from biomass. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said a delegation led by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan recently visited the country to study