Saturday, 28 March 2026

Author: Nura V Lorna

Cabinet paper to address Sarawak’s unique devt needs

KUCHING: A Cabinet paper will be submitted to ensure that development projects in Sarawak are tailored to the state’s specific needs, which may differ from those in Peninsular Malaysia. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof stressed the need for clear policy direction from the Cabinet to ensure the effective

36 Taman Kalien Phase 4 house owners finally issued land titles

KUCHING: After years of uncertainty, individual land titles for 36 house owners in Taman Kalien Phase Four have finally been issued by the Land and Survey Department (LSD) Sarawak. Political secretary to the Premier, Kho Teck Wan, said the process began after several house owners sought assistance in obtaining their

Sarawak eyes Brazil’s livestock industry to boost local beef production

KUCHING: Sarawak is exploring Brazil’s ruminant industry to strengthen its livestock sector and reduce reliance on beef imports from Australia and New Zealand. A delegation led by Food Industry, Commodity, and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Stephen Rundi recently visited Brazil to study the country’s large-scale cattle industry and advanced

Sarawak bird’s nest industry secures tax-free re-export to China

KUCHING: The Sarawak Bird’s Nest Merchants Association has successfully facilitated the re-export of 225 kilogrammes of processed edible bird’s nests to China without additional export tax. Its president Loh Siaw Kuei said the effort came in response to a request from four processed edible bird’s nest factories, whose exports were

UiTM Sarawak’s Iftar Perdana distributes aid to asnaf

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Sarawak brought the spirit of Ramadan to life by celebrating 55 asnaf beneficiaries during its Iftar Perdana last night (Mar 21). The event also saw generous financial contributions from several organisations, reinforcing UiTM Sarawak’s commitment to supporting its community.  Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri

Peninsular political parties have failed Sarawak

KUCHING: Peninsular political parties have failed to deliver on their promises to Sarawak, including the long-awaited 20 per cent oil royalty, says Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) senior vice-president Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh. He asserted that Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS)

Bintulu among nation’s 20 happiest cities

KUCHING: Bintulu has been recognised as one of Malaysia’s 20 Happiest Cities of 2025 under the Malaysia Happiness Index for the City/Municipal Council category. In a Facebook statement on Thursday, the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) announced that as part of the National-level International Day of Happiness celebration

More than 200 apply for BAS.MY concession card to enjoy benefits

KUCHING: A total of 232 city residents have applied for the BAS.MY concession card, showing strong public interest in the city’s new stage bus service. Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii said the concession card, introduced under the federal government’s initiative, provides affordable transport for senior citizens, persons with disabilities

Nanta sad over residents’ hardship cause by floods in Kapit

KAPIT: Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi is sad by the ongoing floods that have affected several areas in his constituency, including schools and residential areas. In response to the situation, the local MP said he had instructed all relevant authorities to take necessary measures to assist affected residents.

UKAS urged to counter calls for Sarawak’s exit from Malaysia

PUTRAJAYA: The Sarawak Public Communications Unit (UKAS) has been urged to take an active role in countering negative sentiments from those calling for Sarawak to leave Malaysia over the issue of oil and gas control involving Petroliam Nasional Bhd (PETRONAS) and Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (PETROS). Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri