KUCHING: Sarawak is leveraging its indigenous resources to develop sipudun-based natural anthelmintics (antiparasitic drugs) for livestock. This will be done via a strategic collaboration between the Sarawak Biodiversity Council (SBC) and the Sarawak Department of Veterinary Services (DVS). The collaboration was formalised today with the signing of a Memorandum of
THE Sustainable Resources and Wastes Management Bill 2025 could empower rural and remote communities with several additional measures. Pelagus assemblyman Wilson Nyabong Ijang said that the Bill presents an opportunity to ensure rural Sarawak benefits from sustainable waste management initiatives. “I propose the establishment of a Rural Waste Management Scheme
THE estimated RM151.3 million proposed upgrading road from Melabu Bair, Betong to Rh Suing and Jalan Entabai Sarikei project will further enhance safety and regional access. Deputy Minister for Infrastructure and Port Development Datuk Aidel Lariwoo said that, for long-term planning, the upgrading works of the former logging road to
THE state government will set aside RM129 million next year to support the development and modernisation of tourism-related infrastructure and facilities. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the allocation will support projects such as the transformation of the old State Legislative Assembly (DUN) building into a
THE Sarawak Government has earmarked RM107 million in 2026 for the preparation and upgrading of sports venues ahead of co-hosting the 2027 Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games). Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that a total of 11 sports facilities has been designated as official venues
SARAWAK will allocate RM48.5 million in 2026 for training and talent development programmes within the state civil service. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the allocation will support initiatives aimed at enhancing the skills and competencies of civil servants. “These include technical skills development to strengthen
THE state government will allocate a capital expenditure budget of RM1 billion under the 2026 State Budget to continue constructing the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART). Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that Phase 1 of the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS), including ART stations and the
THE 2026 State Budget will allocate RM46 million next year to implement rural electricity supply projects across Sarawak. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said currently, rural coverage stands at an impressive 98.6 per cent. “The allocation will support projects such as Additional and Late Application Fund
THE 2026 State Budget will see an increased allocation for three assistance schemes. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the government is allocating RM640 million under the 2026 Budget, and anticipates that more than one million recipients will benefit from this expanded support. “Households with income
SARAWAK’s economy is expected to grow around 4.5 per cent to 5.0 per cent in 2025. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the services sector which contributes almost 40 per cent to the state’s economy, is expected to expand by 6.4 per cent in 2025. “This
