KUCHING: For over six decades, unity has been the cornerstone of Malaysia’s strength as a sovereign nation, holding together its diverse religious, ethnic and cultural fabric. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof urged Malaysians to continuously safeguard and strengthen this unity in order to build a secure and prosperous
KUCHING: Political analysts readily acknowledge that Sarawak’s role since 1963 has been pivotal to Malaysia’s development, particularly through its natural resources, multicultural society and steady leadership. They said the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) continues to guide federal-state relations, with Sarawak’s distinct position shaping how the federation evolves six decades after
KUCHING: The Bidayuh community has been described as a model for other groups in Sarawak, with the highest ratio of graduates among its people. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the achievement reflected the community’s hard work and its growing role in producing skilled engineers. He
KUCHING: The Tebedu-Entikong border crossing is set to serve as a trading point between Malaysia and Indonesia following an agreement with President Prabowo Subianto. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the matter was agreed upon during a recent bilateral meeting, which he attended with Prime Minister
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has greenlit an additional RM4 million for the Dayak Bidayuh National Association (DBNA) Community Hostel. He said the nine-storey hostel was initially completed at a cost of RM16 million but required more funds for furniture and fittings. With the new
KUCHING: AirAsia launched its inaugural direct flight between Pontianak and Kuching yesterday, re-establishing the air link between the two cities with a daily service after an absence of nearly five years. Flight AK1782 from Pontianak landed at Kuching International Airport at 11 am, where passengers were greeted with cultural performances.
KUCHING: Outgoing Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) president Dr Kalwinder Singh Khaira, whose term ends on Saturday (Sept 13), has called for stronger job security and clearer career pathways to retain doctors in public service. He said uncertainty over permanent postings, limited training opportunities and lack of recognition had discouraged young
LIMBANG: The Sarawak-Sabah Link Road Phase 2 (SSLR2), a 335-kilometre project linking Miri, Limbang, Lawas and Ba’kelalan, was officially launched at Nanga Medamit today. It was officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, with Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri
LIMBANG: Sarawak’s transformation has earned global recognition, with the state now regarded as an energy giant in the region. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim noted that during his trips to Geneva, Paris and Japan, Sarawak was described as a leader in renewable energy, showing how far it has progressed.
LIMBANG: Communities in the interior of northern Sarawak will no longer have to rely on logging roads once the Sarawak-Sabah Link Road Phase 2 (SSLR2) is completed. Works Minister, Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, said the project would provide safer and more comfortable road access, connecting residents directly to Sarawak