BINTULU: Five local non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have received donations during the ‘Majlis Tautan Kasih Gedong Permulaan Kami (GPK) Bintulu 2024’ held at a hotel here on Saturday night. The NGOs included Institut Tahfiz Bintulu, Madrasah At-Taqwa Bintulu, Madrasah Tahfiz An-Nur Gedong, Sarawak Orphans’ Welfare Board (PERYATIM) Bintulu, and Urusetia Saudara
KUCHING: The State Budget ‘25 Conference, to be held at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) soon, promises to be an engaging event for stakeholders across Sarawak and Malaysia. The two-day event will explore Sarawak’s record-breaking RM15.8 billion budget and its alignment with the Malaysia Madani vision and the state’s
Sarawak is exploring a future where its rivers power vehicles, with water stations replacing traditional petrol stations. Inspired by Elon Musk’s vision of hydrogen-powered cars, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg revealed that the state is researching the potential of this technology. “Musk’s idea involves equipping vehicles
KUCHING: RHB Islamic Bank Berhad has taken a significant leap forward in Islamic Wealth Management (IWM) with the launch of its RHB Islamic Specialists Wealth Advisor (RISWA) Certification Programme.As the first Islamic bank to implement a customised IWM certification programme designed specifically for its Relationship Managers, RHB Islamic is solidifying
KUCHING: Malaysians are confronted by three challenges when it comes to their finances, one of them being poor financial management. Citing the findings of the Financial Capability and Inclusion Survey 2024 by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), its deputy governor Adnan Zaylani said it has become a worrisome issue as one
KUCHING: The Pan Borneo Highway project in Sarawak is now 99.5 per cent complete. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the project is expected to be fully completed by the end of this year. According to him, the highway is one of the priorities given by
KUCHING: The Life Insurance Association of Malaysia (LIAM) and its member companies launched the i-MULA 50 Starter Pack in Sarawak in conjunction with the Karnival Celik Kewangan (KCK) here. During the launching, a special minimum allocation of RM500,000 was allocated exclusively for Sarawak residents as part of the RM5 million
KUCHING: S Pay Global has partnered with Payments Network Malaysia (PayNet) to link DuitNow QR in the state owned eWallet, making fund transfer services available 24/7 with funds credited instantly to the recipient. This new integration enables Sarawakians to enjoy seamless, fast, and secure cashless transactions at over 2 million
KUCHING: Agrobank has inked a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sarawak Incorporated Sdn Bhd (SISB) and Ning Planters Sdn Bhd to drive the country’s agriculture landscape, especially in the pineapple growing industry. According to Agrobank President and Chief Executive Officer Datuk Tengku Ahmad Badli Shah Raja Hussin the signing
THE Association of Banks in Malaysia (ABM) has played a crucial role in shaping the nation’s banking industry. Since its establishment in 1973, ABM has consistently worked to support business growth especially small and midsize enterprises (SMEs), promoting social inclusion, and amplifying community impact. Over the years, it has evolved
