BANGKOK, Thailand: Water has moved from a basic resource to a strategic commodity in Sarawak’s economic transition. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said water would underpin both community needs and new industries as the state pursues a more resilient and sustainable future. “Water is more than
BANGKOK: Sarawak is accelerating the development of its state-wide Water Grid and off-grid systems to achieve full water supply coverage by 2030. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said 85 per cent of the state’s population now has access to treated water, with rural coverage showing steady
BANGKOK: Sarawak will host two major international water conferences, namely the Borneo International Water and Wastewater Exhibition & Conference (BIWWEC) in 2026 and the IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition in 2028. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said both conferences will be held in Kuching as
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has arrived in Bangkok, Thailand, for the Water and Development Congress & Exhibition 2025 (WDCE 2025). He arrived at Don Mueng International Airport at 12.29 pm together with State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki and Utility and Telecommunication
KUCHING: Sarawak’s ambition to move more small medium enterprises (SMEs) into high-growth sectors risks being held back by weak digital readiness, talent shortages, and slow uptake of existing funding schemes. Malaysia Private Tax leader and partner, Bernard Yap, together with partner, Linda Kuang, of Ernst & Young Tax Consultants Sdn
KUCHING: Sarawak’s major investments in free tertiary education and expanded TVET funding are expected to reshape the state’s long-term labour productivity as the economy shifts toward higher-value sectors. Ernst & Young Consulting Sdn Bhd Partner, People Consulting, Anil Shivadas, said the initiatives showed the state’s clear commitment to future-proofing its
KUCHING: Sarawak’s need to reduce reliance on petroleum income has become increasingly urgent, with global instability posing risks to the state’s fiscal outlook in 2026. Ernst & Young Consulting Sdn Bhd Partner and EY Asean Government and Public Sector Consulting Leader, Mohd Husin Mohd Nor, said petroleum price swings were
KUCHING: Misuse of generative AI is raising fresh alarm over the safety of young people, pushing the government to accelerate digital literacy and child protection efforts. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said manipulated audio and video are now influencing public perception, exposing children and teenagers
KUCHING: The involvement of civil servants and educators in the recent Ops Songsang raid in Chow Kit has intensified concern over the social and family fallout that cases of this scale leave behind. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said her ministry does not receive personal
KUCHING: Proton’s All-New Saga has earned strong praise for its sharper design, spacious cabin and improved fuel efficiency, with the enhancements seen as a significant upgrade from earlier generations. Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap said the improvements were evident the moment he stepped inside the car. He noted that he