Saturday, 17 January 2026

Author: Noor Syahhira Hady

High-income Sarawak on track to attain economic goals

KUCHING: Sarawak deemed as a high-income state by the World Bank serves as an indication that the state is on track to achieve its economic goals. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that with the state’s increased income last year, Sarawak had exceeded the World Bank’s

High-income status equates to equal wealth distribution

KUCHING: A state’s high-income status can only be considered when its people regard themselves as a high-income society. In stating this, economist Datuk Dr Ahamed Kameel Mydin Meera pointed out that the important thing for a high income state is how its wealth is distributed among its people. “This is

Al Malik mosque in Kota Samarahan open to devotees

KUCHING: The Al Malik mosque at Taman Uni Garden, Kota Samarahan is finally open to devotees in the area. The mosque which cost over RM3 million was officially opened by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg after performing the Friday prayers today. With 660 square metres, the

Seniman Sarawak Award: 20 veterans to get awards

KUCHING: Twenty local veteran artistes will be honoured at the Seniman Sarawak Award 2023 here on July 7. Tourism, Creative Industries and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said it will involve several categories of artistes including in music and singing, acting and theatre as well as

Minister urges civil servants at checkpoints to uphold trust, combat corruption

KUCHING: Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah expressed his hope that civil servants entrusted with checkpoint duties would carry out their responsibilities with integrity, highlighting the need to address corruption cases that tend to occur in such environments. During a press conference for the Seniman Award 2023, the Sarawak Tourism,

Selection of senators conducted with transparency

KUCHING: The selection of the Dewan Negara members will be conducted in a more open manner. In announcing this, Dewan Negara President Tan Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said that currently, the selection of the members is through two processes namely by the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) and appointment

Fadillah to lead Malaysian palm oil delegation in East Africa forum

KUCHING: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof will lead a delegation to the Malaysian Palm Oil Forum East Africa 2023 in Nairobi from July 3 to 7. According to a statement, the forum is poised to be a significant event that aims to explore the trends and growth potential

Keglers due for Sarawak Hornbill Team Cup

KUCHING: The upcoming Sarawak Hornbill Team Cup 2023 will serve as a platform for talented tenpin bowlers to showcase their skills and attract new athletes. Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, announced that the tournament, scheduled to take place at Megalanes Batu Kawa

Don’t vote based on religion, voters in the peninsula told

KUCHING: Voters should only vote for candidates who can bring progress and prosperity, said Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development said they should avoid voting along religious lines. Just because a party holds the same religious beliefs as the voter, it does

Avoid lavish lifestyles until your financial position is strong, youths told

KUCHING: Youths have been advised to build up their career and improve their financial standings before adopting a lavish lifestyle. The advice came from Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah who said one must have a strong financial position before applying for loans.