Sunday, 11 January 2026

Author: Noor Syahhira Hady

Federation of Chinese Associations applauds acquisition of Bintulu Port

KUCHING: Federation of Chinese Associations of Kuching, Samarahan and Serian Divisions president Datuk Richard Wee welcomes the Sarawak government’s decision to take control of the Bintulu Port. “It’s long-awaited news that our government is finally reclaiming Bintulu Port from the federal government. “Being the only port in Sarawak not under

Port handover: Restoration of state rights by Putrajaya

KUCHING: The decision to hand over Bintulu Port to Sarawak is seen as the federal government restoring the state’s rights as enshrined in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). In stating this, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) political analyst Dr. Lee Kuok Tiung pointed out that it is also part of the

Sarawak’s acquisition of Bintulu Port signals positive economic growth

KUCHING: The Sarawak government’s acquisition of Bintulu Port is viewed as a significant development for the state’s economic progress. Chinese General Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCGCCI) secretary-general Datuk Jonathan Chai Voon Tok noted the port’s strategic location in the northeast of Sarawak, positioned along the route between the Far

Bintulu Port takeover catalyst for prosperity: Minos

KUCHING: The state government taking over of Bintulu Port is very much needed for Sarawak to grow prosperous in the coming years. In stating this, political analyst Datuk Peter Minos pointed out that ports are a major lifeline for commerce and industry for a country much like highways and airlines.

Rural folk to benefit from mainstream devt

DALAT: The State government will ensure that rural folks will not be left out from benefiting from the developments in their areas. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development (KPWK) Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah pointed out that development projects such as roads would definitely ease communication in the rural areas.

UNIMAS new VC clocks in

SAMARAHAN: Professor Dr Ahmad Hata Rasit officially reported for duty as the seventh Vice Chancellor of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), today (Jan 8). He clocked-in at the UNIMAS Vice-Chancellor’s Office here at 7.55 am marking the start of his duties. The historic moment was shared by UNIMAS through its Facebook

Putrajaya, Sarawak collaboration on digital transformation

KUCHING: The Digital Ministry will work closely with the Sarawak government to facilitate the national digital transformation process. Its minister Gobind Singh Deo noted that the Sarawak government was already firmly committed to steering the state towards a digital future. “I can see that Sarawak, under the leadership of Datuk

Thumbs up to Sarawak

KUCHING: About 359 graduates from Technology College Sarawak yesterday received their scrolls during the 18th TCS Graduation Ceremony. At the event held at Dewan Majma, happiness could be seen on the faces of the graduates, their parents, and teaching staff. Among those graduating were graduates from Sabah. New Sarawak Tribune

Rep inspects progress of drain upgrading project

KUCHING: The improvement of the drainage system and road safety in Satok constituency is assured as reaffirmed by its assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim Baki. During his visit to the drain upgrading project near Rubber Road here, he was informed that the project progress was affected due to technical issues, leading to