SARAWAK has set aside RM6 million next year for site verification, feasibility studies and an integrated masterplan for the proposed new Kuching international airport. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the study would shape the long-term direction of Sarawak’s aviation infrastructure as the state strengthened its
SARAWAK’S revenue collection has reached RM10.3 billion as of October 2025, representing 73 per cent of the full-year projection. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state now expects to close the year with RM12.1 billion in total revenue, which is lower than the original estimate
MIRI: A Peninsular-based livestream seller has come under scrutiny for allegedly making inflammatory remarks targeting East Malaysians. Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) Piasau Branch Publicity Secretary and Miri City Councillor Tan Lek Jin said the remarks, made during multiple livestream sessions, contained insulting language that could provoke hostility between East
KUCHING: The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry has assured that strict monitoring would continue for the younger brother of the late Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin, following his return to his father’s custody. Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said her ministry placed the child’s welfare as its priority and had imposed
KUCHING: The Citra Akademik Untuk Komuniti Dan Alam (CAKnA) programme brought health consultations closer to Kampung Salak residents, offering screenings and medical advice without requiring long travel to the city. The initiative, carried out with Universiti Malaya, provided on-site checks for diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other common
KUCHING: Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri has proposed the establishment of a national expert team on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Natural Intelligence (NI) to strengthen digital advocacy programmes for children. She said the team was necessary as current school modules lacked structured content on AI
KUCHING: Malaysia’s plan to align its plant variety laws with the International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV 91) could affect Sarawak’s indigenous seed systems and traditional farming practices. Friends of the Earth Malaysia (SAM) and the Malaysia Food Sovereignty Forum (FKMM) said the federal government’s
KUCHING: Sarawak’s growing visibility on major international platforms reflected rising global confidence in the state’s leadership in renewable energy, sustainability and regional cooperation. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Sarawak had been increasingly invited to share its perspectives with world leaders and industry experts. “Our participation
KUCHING: Sarawak is set to table its State Ownership Policy in the 2026 State Budget during the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting beginning November 24. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the policy would establish a clear framework for professionalising asset management and improving coordination. He
KUCHING: State and federal civil servants continue to provide an effective administrative backbone in carrying out government policies. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said their combined effort had enabled Sarawak to move its key initiatives forward, particularly in areas involving education, health, and digital transformation. He
