KUCHING: The Sarawak government is determined to secure one-third of parliamentary seats from the federal government, aiming for a 35 per cent representation for Sabah and Sarawak in Parliament, as stipulated in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). Currently, Sarawak and Sabah collectively hold 56 seats out of 222 in the
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Eight water tankers have been mobilised to provide water supply to households facing water woes following a major pipeline leak along the Kuching-Samarahan Expressway. Utility and Telecommunication Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said deploying these tankers owned by the Kuching Water Board (KWB) and the Rural Water Supply
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Sarawak government is fast-tracking efforts to address critical water supply needs in the Stakan constituency, with construction set to begin soon on two high-capacity water tanks, each with a capacity of 4.5 million litres, at a construction cost of RM30.5 million. Minister of Utility and Telecommunication Datuk
KUCHING: Three major drainage system upgrades in Desa Wira Sinar Budi Baru, Batu Kawa, are advancing ahead of schedule thanks to the proactive efforts of Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. These upgrades, which replace the original earth drains introduced over 40 years ago with new concrete systems,
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has tasked the Economic Planning Unit (EPU) to harness energy from the sea, specifically through Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC). Noting Sarawak’s advantageous location on the continental shelf, he expressed optimism about the potential to generate renewable energy, citing the
KUCHING: Team Bistari from the Samarahan Land and Survey Department clinched the highest honour at the Sarawak Civil Service Innovation Convention Awards (SCSICA) 2024, winning the coveted Sarawak Innovation Premier Award and a top cash prize of RM15,000. Held successfully last night (Oct 25), the SCSICA 2024 featured 12 award
KUCHING: Technology may not replace human capabilities, but it complements them in the service industry, enhancing the overall experience for people. This was the sentiment shared during the second day of the Education in Hospitality and Tourism Forum (EHTF), on Friday (Oct 25) at UCSI Hotel. The session explored the
KUCHING: The business events industry in Sarawak is thriving, with major conferences, conventions, exhibitions, and related gatherings actively held, particularly in the heart of the city in recent years. Once recognised primarily on the world tourism map, Malaysia’s largest state now firmly establishes its presence in the global business landscape
KUCHING: Sarawak has recorded over RM30 million in drug seizures from 5,774 enforcement operations conducted between January and August this year. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said that the operations, carried out by the Narcotics Crime Investigation Department (JSJN), the Royal Malaysian Customs Department
PUTRAJAYA: The Forum Serantau YAPEIM 2024 (FSY2024) brought together over 60 distinguished speakers and moderators from Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, and beyond for a two-day event recently. Officiated by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, the forum attracted more than 600 participants from various sectors. With the theme ‘Empowering the
