KUCHING: The High Court here today ruled in favour of Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian in his defamation suit against Sarawak Democratic Action Party (DAP chairman) and Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen. It found that the plaintiff had successfully established claims of defamation and malicious falsehood arising
KUCHING: Efforts to strengthen quality control and improve market efficiency in Malaysia’s pepper industry have delivered tangible results, with faster trade processes and globally recognised testing standards now in place, said Plantation and Commodities Minister, Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad. She said that Malaysian Pepper Board’s (MPB) Quality Control Laboratories
KUCHING: Malaysia’s pepper industry continues to record positive growth despite facing challenges such as volatile global prices, intense international competition, strict food safety standards, and the impact of climate change. Plantation and Commodities Minister, Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad, said pepper production for 2025 is projected to reach 32,000 metric
KUCHING: A crowd of 1,500 people gathered for the Joint Christmas Service 2025 organised by the Association of Churches in Sarawak (ACS) on Thursday (Dec 18), highlighting the strong spirit of unity among Christian denominations in the state. The service, held at the ACS building and hosted this year by
SIBURAN: Road safety is a shared responsibility that requires cooperation from all road users, not just enforcement agencies. Bukit Semuja assemblyman John Ilus said safety on the roads should be viewed as a collective duty involving drivers, motorcyclists and pedestrians, especially during the festive season when traffic volume increases. “Road
KUCHING: Sarawak will intensify efforts to boost investor confidence through policy reforms, streamlined regulatory processes and stronger public-private partnerships under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) Director of the Economic Planning Unit (EPU) Sarawak, Datuk Lester Matthew, said the state will review infrastructure and utility policies while improving regulatory efficiency to
KUCHING: Sarawak’s 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) goals will be anchored on three core approaches, namely Fix, Build and New to strengthen implementation, accelerate project delivery and position the state to seize future economic opportunities. Director of the Economic Planning Unit (EPU) Sarawak, Datuk Lester Matthew, said the approach marks a
KUCHING: Batik Air has expanded its East Malaysia network with the launch of its inaugural direct flight between Kota Kinabalu and Kuching on Monday (Dec 15). The new service, operating daily, arrived at Kuching International Airport at 6.20pm, offering business and leisure travellers with a faster alternative to long land
KUCHING: Teachers and students must both be supported, in terms of their well-being, if young people are to thrive. Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah said the health, motivation and resilience of teachers directly shape the learning environment and student outcomes. “If we want our young
KUCHING: Batik Air has expanded its East Malaysia network with the launch of its inaugural direct service between Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) and Kuching International Airport (KCH) today (Dec 15). The new service, operating daily, arrived at Kuching International Airport at 6.20 pm as flight OD1682. Deputy Transport Minister