Saturday, 28 March 2026

Author: Nura V Lorna

Batang Saribas Bridge 1 to open “in a few more days”

KUCHING: The much-anticipated Batang Saribas Bridge 1 is just days away from opening, according to Public Works Department (PWD) Sarawak Director, Dr Cassidy Morris. In a brief update shared via his Facebook page, Cassidy described the bridge as “another new baby”, signalling its readiness after years of construction. “A few

Malaysia eyes stronger tourism ties with Vietnam ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026

HANOI: Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing has called for deeper, more strategic collaboration between Malaysia and Vietnam in the tourism sector. He stressed the need to spotlight destinations beyond the well-trodden paths of Kuala Lumpur and Penang. Highlighting the vast tourism potential that remains underexploited,

Abang Jo to officiate at Sarawak Mega Fair in Singapore

SINGAPORE: A wide array of Sarawak-based businesses spanning agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, furniture, and more will soon converge in Singapore for a large-scale promotional exhibition aimed at expanding the state’s international footprint. Scheduled to take place from Oct 16 to 19, the Sarawak Mega Fair 2025 will be the first of

Unifor Complex set to be fully operational by Q3 2025

KUCHING: The Unit for Other Religions (Unifor) Complex is hopefully set to be fully operational by the third quarter of 2025, pending completion of ongoing office renovations and interior works. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said while the building had obtained its Occupation Permit (OP) in October

TVS carves niche in the broadcasting landscape

KUCHING: Sarawak’s very own television station, TVS, has made a mark in the national broadcasting landscape, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said TVS has carved a niche for itself not only by promoting Sarawak’s rich cultural heritage, but also by establishing a strong presence

BCCK expansion to begin this year

KUCHING: Sarawak is gearing up to position Kuching as a major hub for international conferences, with the expansion of the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) set to begin this year. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the new development, which will be located adjacent to the

TVS to have own building by 2027

KUCHING: TV Sarawak (TVS), under its parent company, Sarawak Media Group (SMG), will have its own dedicated building, expected to be completed by 2027. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg disclosed that the facility will be strategically located near the Baitul Makmur Building in Petra Jaya. He

Kumpulan Ikram marks a milestone in quality and excellence with ISO certification

KUCHING: The spirit of ‘Segulai Sejalai’, a Sarawakian principle of moving forward together, was at the heart of Kumpulan Ikram (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd’s latest achievement as the company officially marked its adoption of the MS ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standard today (Apr 7). Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap officiated at the event,

Strategic location of bridge to spur Sarikei-Bintangor growth

SARIKEI: The site for the construction of the Batang Rajang bridge was strategically selected to ensure both Sarikei town and Bintangor can develop concurrently, a vision that dates back over 30 years. Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the location not only

RM645,000 land compensation distributed for SK Muara Payang road project

SARIKEI: A total of RM644,995.60 in land compensation was distributed to 51 recipients for the proposed SK Muara Payang road project involving Kampung Bugis, Bukit Huang and Muara Payang. Urban Planning, Land Administration, and Environment Deputy Minister Datuk Len Talif Salleh handed over 52 compensation cheques in a ceremony held