KUCHING: The salary increment for civil servants through the Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA), which will take effect on Dec 1, 2024, is not automatic and will be based on performance. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said that civil servants, particularly those in the implementation group who perform excellently, will certainly
KUCHING: The Malaysian government’s initiative to implement social media licensing has garnered significant attention from various countries, particularly the United Kingdom’s Office of Communications (Ofcom). Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said that shortly after the social media regulatory framework was announced to come into effect next year, Malaysia was approached by
KUCHING: Malaysia must enhance value creation and concentrate on downstream industries by adjusting its trajectory, direction and specific policies to attract foreign investors. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil emphasised that the nation’s economy can no longer depend on traditional industries, though he noted that economic performance is currently on the right
MIRI: The Miri Chicken Hash House Harriers donated RM14,180 worth of items to enhance patient comfort at Miri Hospital. The group of 61 members contributed pillows with durable PVC covers, air conditioners, chairs, and tables. Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew commended
KUCHING: The Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) 2024 Skill Contest celebrated two fortunate festival-goers with remarkable prizes for their creative slogans about the festival. First-time attendee of Sarawak’s premier annual event, Edwin Francis, won the Mitsubishi Triton 4×4 VGT AT Premium for his winning slogan: “I like the Rainforest World
KUCHING: The 1446H Hijrah Discourse Programme themed ‘Al Falah Driving Sarawak My Homeland’ served as a platform to support the Sarawak government’s initiative for Muslim government officers. Sarawak Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) director Mual Suaud said this support is provided through lessons that can be drawn from the Hijrah of
KUCHING: The Sarawak Cabinet will have to have a thorough discussion before announcing the the amount of incentives for host athletes who win gold medals at the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA). Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah was optimistic that the amount decided will
KUCHING: Sarawak has identified more than a hundred new species of plants and animals, including 24 species of amphibians and reptiles, over the past two decades. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg praised the efforts of local and international scientists in discovering these new species. “Scientists from
KUCHING: Sarawak is set to amend its National Parks and Nature Reserves Ordinance 1998 to enhance the management of its parks. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the upcoming amendments would also encompass the state’s Wild Life Protection Ordinance 1998, introducing steeper fines and prison sentences.
KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan will lead a delegation to Australia to study methods used by the country to manage crocodile habitats. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stated this is an effort to control the increasing crocodile population in the state. He
