Wednesday, 1 April 2026

Author: Natasha Jee

Free education: Emulate Sarawak, Malaya told

KUCHING: An academic has suggested that the rest of the nation follow in the footsteps of Sarawak to offer free education. Universiti Teknologi MARA board chairman Professor Emeritus Datuk Dr Raduan Che Rose said what Sarawak is doing for its citizens is a “very noble act”. “I got the opportunity

GWM opens first 4S service centre in East Malaysia

KUCHING: Great Wall Motor (GWM) Malaysia has launched its first 4S service centre in East Malaysia to provide a wider range of services, products and reach out to more customers here. In collaboration with dealer partner Yu Lee Hong (YLH) Autoworld Sdn Bhd, the advanced facility represents a significant expansion

Revenge travel adding to climate change peril: Sim

KUCHING: Climate change will continue to accelerate due to ‘revenge travelling’, a global phenomenon of people going on vacation to ‘take revenge’ against the Covid-19 pandemic. In stating this, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said this will contribute to rising weather temperatures following more travels and carbon

Low power tariff bonus for electric vehicle usage

KUCHING: Sarawak gets to enjoy low electricity prices due to its ample hydroelectric resources, thus making it highly conducive for promoting the adoption of electric vehicles (EV). In stating this, Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Kuching, Xing WeiPing, hoped to see more Chinese EV on the

School to hold fundraising dinner on Jan 19

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The SJK (C) Kai Nang’s school board here is racing against time to raise another RM3 million for the school to start operation next year. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the Sarawak government will come in to assist by giving most of the required

Deputy premier urges continued COVID-19 vigilance

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawakians are reminded to maintain vigilance and uphold stringent hygiene practices as well as preventive measures in light of the ongoing threat posed by COVID-19. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the public must not be too complacent. “When COVID-19 just started, everyone was obsessed

Batu Kawah park first to get emergency equipment

KUCHING: The Batu Kawah Riverbank Park has become the first park in Sarawak to be equipped with an automated external defibrillator (AED). Yayasan OBYU, a non-profit organisation donated the AED to enhance community safety and emergency preparedness as well as equip the park with vital emergency equipment that can significantly

Borneo’s first ‘An Anime Symphony’ leaves audience spellbound

KUCHING: The recently concluded Borneo’s first full ‘An Anime Symphony’ concert has left audiences mesmerised with live renditions of beloved anime soundtracks, delighting fans of Japanese film and television animation. The 55-piece orchestra performed iconic soundtracks from well-known titles such as Violet Evergarden, Demon Slayer, Detective Conan, Pokemon, Digimon, Kiki’s

Premier eyes collaborative ventures beyond 2030

KUCHING: The Sarawak Government is looking forward to more collaboration with the United Kingdom (UK). Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Sarawak has developed a connection with the International Forum of Sovereign Wealth Funds (IFSWF) with its headquarters in London following the setting up of the

Sarawak encourages foreign investment in green technology

KUCHING: The Sarawak Government welcomes foreign investors worldwide to explore Sarawak’s investment potential in the new economy driven by green technology. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said implementation of the state government’s policy by promoting green energy through the Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030 has made