SIBU: Dudong assemblyman Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing has urged the authorities to present a comprehensive action plan and take immediate steps to ensure a stable water supply and effective flood mitigation. During the Sibu Division Development Committee (DDC) meeting, Tiong said residents continue to suffer from prolonged water supply
KUCHING: Sarawak is exploring its electric vehicle (EV) initiatives beyond road transport, with a strong emphasis on incorporating green energy into ships and boats. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said while the state continues to develop hydrogen-powered vehicles, EVs remain a crucial part of its sustainable transport strategy.
KUCHING: The newly inaugurated headquarters of Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC), Wisma Lestari, is set to become a benchmark for green infrastructure in Sarawak. SFC general manager Abang Arabi Abang Aimran said that the building integrates renewable energy solutions as part of the corporation’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint through
KUCHING: The Sarawak government remains committed to preserving up to six million hectares of forests across the state to ensure environmental sustainability. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that, to date, Sarawak has gazetted 900,000 hectares of forests as permanent forest reserves, encompassing national parks and
SERIAN: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has suggested holding a competition to design the livery for AirBorneo, Sarawak’s state-owned airline. He noted that following the announcement of the AirBorneo, social media has been buzzing with creative designs, including AI-generated images, showcasing various color schemes envisioned for
SERIAN: A total of 63.6 per cent of the Sarawak Basic Necessities Assistance (SKAS) recipients have registered for the SPay Global e-wallet. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that as today (Feb 18), a total of 564,099 individuals have begun receiving the assistance in stages, with
KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) has revitalised its leadership, balancing experience with renewal to strengthen Sarawak’s development while ensuring continuity within Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS). Political analyst Dr Ammar Redza Ahmad Rizal noted that the inclusion of seasoned politicians like Datuk Ibrahim Baki alongside relatively newer figures such as
KUCHING: Sarawak will export electricity to the southern Philippines through Sabah, following plans to begin supplying energy to the neighbouring state next year. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that Sarawak has a 500-megawatt combined-cycle power plant in Miri and three plants in Bintulu generating a
KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) remains steadfast in defending Sarawak’s rights, ensuring four key matters in the Federal Constitution stay non-negotiable. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said these include Sarawak’s autonomy and immigration rights, as well as the state’s authority to enforce taxes such as the
KUCHING: There is no disruption to the status quo in Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) with no major shifts in direction or strategy. Political analyst Prof James Chin said the recent PBB 16th Triennial General Meeting (TGM) primarily served to prepare the party for the next state election, with the