KUCHING: A total of RM7.7 billion has been allocated for 80 physical development projects under the implementation of the Public Works Department (PWD) in Sarawak for this year. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the projects include the pre-contract and initial works phases valued at RM3.2 billion, with
KUCHING: The Narcotics Crime Investigation Department (NCID) has enhanced its service structure in Sarawak by establishing new narcotics units in 13 districts across the state. Deputy Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay said the districts involved are Lundu, Belaga, Marudi, Matu Daro, Maradong, Simunjan, Julau, Lubok Antu,
KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and wife Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi enjoyed a delightful breakfast at Fian Cafe, Satok here this morning (Oct 8). Their arrival was warmly welcomed by officials from Astana Negeri Sarawak, setting a cheerful tone for the gathering. Joining the
KUCHING: Delegates to the International Seminar on Aspiring Sarawak Delta UNESCO Global Geopark were feted to a dinner at the Waterfront Hotel Kuching on Monday night. The dinner was part of the three-day international seminar taking place from October 7 to 9 showcasing the unique cultural heritage of Bumi Kenyalang
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is optimistic that the Sarawak Delta Geopark will become Malaysia’s third United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) Global Geopark (UGGp). Targeted to attain global geopark status by 2026, he said that experts from UNESCO have been engaged to
KUCHING: Sarawak is currently in the advanced stages of preparing documentation to attain Unesco Global Geopark (UGGp) recognition for the Sarawak Delta Geopark. Permanent Secretary to the Natural Resources and Urban Development Ministry Datuk Abdullah Julaihi said this preparation includes the submission of the Letter of Intent (LOI) to the
SERIAN: Kampung Mujat here has become the latest beneficiary of the Waja Squad Refresher programme. The programme aims to ensure no village is left out by bringing a comprehensive health awareness platform to rural communities, providing them with the same access to resources and information as those in urban areas.
KUCHING: Aided Chinese primary schools in Sarawak serve as a melting pot for the multiracial students, providing an inclusive education environment. Association of Boards of Management for Aided Chinese Primary Schools in Kuching, Samarahan, and Serian Divisions president Datuk Jonathan Chai said last year saw 38 per cent of students
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is set to launch a ground-breaking aerospace and satellite programme at i-CATS University College next week. He said the new discipline will involve collaboration with the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and technology contributions from China in satellite
KUCHING: OCIM Sdn Bhd (OCIM) donated a RM130,000-ultrasound machine to the Radiology Unit of Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) as part of its commitment as a corporate sponsor for the Association of Wives of Ministers and Deputy Ministers of Sarawak (Sabati). The symbolic handover was conducted by OCIM advisor Dr Kim
