Tuesday, 30 December 2025

Author: Nura V Lorna

Borneo Oil and Gas Supply Base to boost Sarawak’s economy

BINTULU: The newly established Borneo Oil and Gas (BOG) Supply Base is set to boost Sarawak’s economy, not only through its operations as a supply base but also by facilitating the import of materials and the export of products from the state. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun

Bunkering services to complement emerging industries

BINTULU: Bunkering services will be established in the region with four strategic industries emerging in the waters of Sarawak. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg pointed to Sarawak’s location advantage, resource availability, and trained workforce to support these new industries. He said Bintulu is a strategic location

Batik Air’s daily Bintulu-KL flights to boost connectivity

KUCHING: Batik Air’s inaugural daily flights between Bintulu and Kuala Lumpur which is set to commence on Nov 1 will significantly boost connectivity and travel options between the two regions. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said the new route is expected to cater to business

Growing kidney patient numbers straining facilities

SERIAN: Sarawak is in urgent need of additional dialysis facilities due to a growing number of patients with kidney ailments each year, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. Sim who is Public Health, Housing and Local Government Minister said Sarawak records an increase of about 300 new

Presence of supporters crucial to motivate athletes

KUCHING: With the Para Malaysia Games (SUKMA) XXI Sarawak 2024 fast approaching, Deputy State Secretary (Operation) and Para SUKMA 2024 chief executive officer Datuk Hii Chang Kee has called on local supporters to turn up in full force to boost the spirits of the state’s athletes. The prestigious national para

Health clinic to receive patients in early 2025

SERIAN: The long-awaited Serian Type 3 Health Clinic, now fully completed, is set to open its doors by the first quarter of 2025, offering a much-needed solution to the overburdened Serian Hospital. Serian MP Datuk Seri Richard Riot Jaem said that the clinic is currently awaiting the final clearance, a

Ensuring workers in Sarawak get better benefits

KUCHING: The upcoming tabling of the Sarawak Labour Ordinance (SLO) in Parliament is a long-awaited development that promises significant benefits for workers in Sarawak, said Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii. He expressed optimism over Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong Sim’s announcement which was made after receiving the

SCaT Fair returns with over 1,175 job opportunities

KUCHING: The highly anticipated Sarawak Career and Training Fair (SCaT Fair) is returning, featuring over 1,175 job vacancies. Scheduled for Oct 5 and 6 in Kuching, and Nov  3 and 4 in Sibu, the two-day event is expected to attract more than 12,000 visitors and reach 50,000 online viewers.. Organised

Sarawak to recruit 2,180 teachers in special intake

KUCHING: The number of teacher vacancies under the Special Sarawak Recruitment initiative, previously offered by the Ministry of Education Malaysia (KPM) and the Education Services Commission (SPP), has increased to 2,180, up from the initial 1,140 positions. Education, Innovation, and Talent Development (MEITD) Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn

Ministry urges government to secure overseas records crucial for sovereignty

SHAH ALAM: The Ministry of National Unity has urged the government to consider acquiring historical records related to Malaysia that are currently located overseas. Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang noted that while the costs associated with acquiring these records are high, they are critical for supporting Malaysia’s claims over territorial,