SERIAN: The inaugural freshwater fishing competition, Otong Niee Fishing Competition 2023 has been hailed a success, with participants and organisers describing it as a good start. Bukit Semuja assemblyman John Ilus, who was present at the event, was pleased with the turnout and congratulated the organisers for their efforts. “This
KUCHING: Sarawak tourism industry is set to receive a boost as Indonesia AirAsia announced a new tri-weekly direct flight from Jakarta to Kuching and vice versa, starting on June 15, 2023. The announcement has been welcomed by Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Deputy Minister Datuk Snowdan Lawan who believes
KUCHING: The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (Matta) Sarawak chapter said Indonesia AirAsia’s direct route from Jakarta to Kuching will provide an additional gateway for tourists to enter and leave Kuching. Its chairman, Oscar Choo, said it would also have a positive impact on medical tourism, adding that
KUCHING: The Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) has welcomed Indonesia AirAsia’s new direct flight route between Jakarta and Kuching from June 15. Its chief executive officer Sharzede Salleh Askor said the move is seen as an important step towards boosting tourism in the state. “We are happy and welcome any airline
MIRI: The establishment of the Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) demonstrates the Sarawak government’s commitment to empowering all religions in the state. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin pointed out that UNIFOR played a role in safeguarding the interests and welfare of other religious institutions. “Sarawak is the only
KUCHING: Puncak Borneo MP Datuk Willie Mongin has voiced his concern over the recent hike in Malaysia’s Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) and its adverse effects on the value of the ringgit and the cost of living. In a Facebook post today, he said the usual formulas for economic management seem
BINTULU: Tanjong Batu rep Johnny Pang Leong Ming led a delegation from the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Bintulu branch on a visit OM Materials (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd in Samalaju yesterday (May 3) to push Bintulu into becoming an industrialised economy. The purpose of the visit was to expose SUPP
PUSA: The public have been urged to remain vigilant in light of the recent surge in Covid-19 cases overseas, said Deputy Community Welfare Minister Mohammad Razi Sitam. The Saribas rep also advised Sarawakians to keep abreast of the latest information from the State Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) and the Ministry
LIMBANG: The Sarawak government is committed to ensuring a safe and comfortable river transportation system. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said the authorities are organising awareness programmes with emphasis on river safety and cleanliness. “The River Safety and Cleanliness Awareness Programme is an initiative, commitment, and continuous effort
KANOWIT: Local contractors should carry out their work responsibly and stick to the designated scope of work laid down by the implementing agencies, Ngemah Assemblyman Anyi Jana said. At the same time he also advise them, especially the Bumiputeras contractors in Kanowit, not engage in ‘Ali Baba’ practises. ‘Ali Baba’