KUCHING: Sarawak has no intention of destroying PETRONAS or its role in Malaysia’s energy sector, but fears that the “goose may one day stop laying golden eggs” if resources are not managed sustainably. State Legal Counsel, Datuk Seri JC Fong, said Sarawak wanted its gas resources to be retained for
BINTULU: A total of 679 sexual harassment cases were reported nationwide as of August this year, reflecting a continuing upward trend in such offences. Women, Family and Community Development Minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, said the number of cases had been rising each year, with 477 cases recorded in 2022,
LUNDU: Tanjong Datu Assemblyman, Azizul Annuar Adenan, has called for a review of allowances for community leaders, saying the issue should be given attention in the Sarawak Budget 2026, to be tabled in November. He said representatives from Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) would act collectively to support the proposal, stressing
LUNDU: The Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) has carried out its first turtle hatchling release at Pugu Beach under Project 35, which focuses on rural transformation through biodiversity conservation and community involvement. A total of 85 green turtle hatchlings from two nests were successfully released into the sea on Sunday (Sept
MALACCA: Sarawak is looking to turn its centuries-old lighthouses into both maritime heritage landmarks and new draws for eco-tourism. Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Henry Harry Jinep led a ministerial delegation on a working visit to the Tanjung Tuan Lighthouse here to study its management and potential as a reference for
KUCHING: The Malaysian Photovoltaic and Sustainable Energy Industry Association (MPSEA) Solar Roadshow is a national platform for industry players across the solar value chain to explore opportunities available in Sarawak. Energy and Environmental Sustainability Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni said the event, held in the state for the
KUCHING: The flood mitigation project at Taman Desa Wira has recorded solid progress, with Phase 1 already 60.47 per cent completed as of Aug 25 — about 13 per cent ahead of schedule. According to a statement from the Batu Kawa State Constituency Service Centre, a site visit was carried
KUCHING: Sarawak is committed to completing four cascading dam projects in the northern region by 2030. Energy and Environmental Sustainability Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni said 12 rivers had been identified for the initiative, with the first phase focusing on four rivers capable of generating around 1.5 gigawatts.
KUCHING: A backyard tree care workshop will be held on Sept ember 27 (next Saturday) to encourage safe and sustainable management of fruit and shade trees in line with the city’s ‘Urban Green’ mission. City Growers Kuching said the half-day session will run from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm at
KUCHING: The Transport Ministry (MOT) will explore opportunities for its maritime officers to benefit from world-class training at the International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI) in Malta. Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said the initiative would strengthen Sarawak’s maritime sector by enhancing regulatory capacity and expanding the state’s role in