KUCHING: Local authorities here appear to have different views on the decision to fully enforce the ban on the use of plastic straws and polystyrene at markets and hawker centres effective July 1. The Kuching Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has warned that hawker centres under its jurisdiction still found
KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumiputra Bersatu (PBB) Youth information chief Azizul Annuar Adenan has called for the inclusion of youths in new industries Sarawak is embarking on. Pointing to the topic of big data and hydrogen economy, he is confident the youth of Sarawak have plenty of talent to offer in
KUCHING: International Digital Economy Conference Sarawak (IDECS) 2022 showcases unique booths set up by companies and sectors involved in the programme. Held at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) from June 21 until June 22, companies such as HUAWEI, CENTEX, Sarawak Information System (SAINS), Reach 10, S Pay Global and Service
KUCHING: Eleven keynote speakers will be featured during the two-day International Digital Economy Conference Sarawak (IDECS) at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) which kicked off today. Conference chairperson Datuk Dr Sabariah Putit said one of the speakers is SIEMENS chairman Jim Hagemann Snabe, whose topic is on environmental and energy
SIBU: A total of 7,131 small medium enterprises (SMEs) and Micro Enterprises that applied for Sarawakku Sayang Special Assistance (BKSS) 7.0 and 7.0 plus are still being assessed by the state Economic Planning Unit (EPU). Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government II, Michael Tiang, said these applicants
KUCHING: Premier of Sarawak, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg today (June 20) welcomed a delegation from Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) in his office at Wisma Bapa Malaysia. The purpose of the visit was to invite the premier to attend a dinner ceremony in conjunction with the
MIRI: Aspiring social entrepreneurs, working professionals and students participated in a Techstars Startup Weekend Social Impact Miri (SWSIM) programme here from June 17-19. Organised by Tabung Ekonomi Gagasan Anak Sarawak (TEGAS) and Curtin Univesity Malaysia, the programme is a part of the Sarawak Digital Month activities in conjunction with the
KUCHING: The first day of Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) yesterday went smoothly. Before they were allowed to enter the Sarawak Cultural Village, venue of the festival, all visitors had to go through safety checks. There were also a few food trucks, craft and service stalls at the village. In
KUCHING: Over 80 media practitioners involved in the three-day Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) 2022 today attended a media briefing at Casuarina Hall, Damai Beach Resort. The short briefing focused on multiple events such as live concerts and workshops that will be held during the festival which will take place
SIBU: The Jum Regista programme is being held in order for entrepreneurs, especially in rural areas, to formalise their business. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan emphasised that efforts to formalise a business were part of the catalyst for Sarawak to move into digital economy. “By signing up
