Monday, 23 March 2026

Author: Nurin Patra

Implementation via fleet card to regulate fuel costs 

KUCHING: The implementation of the Subsidised Petrol Control System (SPKS) BUDI95 through the Fleet Card in Sarawak is aimed at monitoring and regulating fuel expenditure by transport and goods companies. Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Senior Deputy Director Petroleum Regulatory Division (Controlled Goods and Subsidy Sector)

BUDI95: Boat owners urged to submit appeals

KUCHING: Communities in rural Sarawak who depend on speedboats and high-powered engines for daily transport have been urged to submit appeals to the Ministry of Finance (MoF) following the rollout of the BUDI95. Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Senior Deputy Director, Petroleum Regulatory Division (Controlled Goods

Future tourism hub planned at Telaga Air

KUCHING: With its natural lagoon and strategic location along Sarawak’s tourism belt, Kampung Telaga Air has been identified as an ideal site for future water-based events and long-term urban integration. Sarawak’s Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said that Telaga Air was

SDEC leads digital integration for Kota Petra Green Technology Park

KUCHING: Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation will play a central role in integrating digital infrastructure and ensuring the upcoming Kota Petra Green Technology Park (KPGTP) is equipped with advanced digital solutions. Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC) Bhd’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Datuk Sudarnoto Osman, said the township, centred around a 3,000-acre

Prudent AI integration holds immense potential to bridge digital gaps

KUCHING: Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC) sees artificial intelligence (AI) as a transformative capability that can optimise governance, personalise citizen services, enhance productivity, and drive sustainable development. Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC) Bhd’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Datuk Sudarnoto Osman, said that while the transformative capabilities of AI are undeniable,

Urgent need to upskill and reskill to prepare workforce

KUCHING: Sarawak reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing talent development and strengthening industry-academia partnerships through the Industry Connect @ Sarawak 2025 collaboration with Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp). Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Seri Roland Sagah said the commitment reflects the urgent need for upskilling and reskilling to

TalentCorp allocates RM1m grant to support Sarawak SMEs

KUCHING: Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp) will channel RM1 million under its Industrial Training Matching Grant Initiative for Small and Medium Enterprises (LiKES) to Sarawak SMEs, said group chief executive officer (CEO) Thomas Mathew. He said that this innitiative will support at least 700 internship placements across 400 companies, helping

Sarawak, TalentCorp align to future-proof workforce

KUCHING: Sarawak is stepping up efforts to prepare its workforce for future jobs through the Industry Connect @ Sarawak 2025 programme, organised in collaboration with Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp). Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said this reflects the urgent need for

AZAM Sarawak finalist in JCI award

KUCHING: Angkatan Zaman Mansang Sarawak (AZAM Sarawak) has been recognised as one of the Top 30 finalists at the 2025 Junior Chamber International (JCI) Malaysia Sustainable Development Award (SDA) under Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4: Quality Education. AZAM Sarawak chief executive officer (CEO) Ali Suhaili said the recognition marks an

Regenerative Medicine: Healing Beyond Traditional Boundaries

Regenerative medicine represents one of the most promising frontiers in modern healthcare. It focuses on repairing, replacing, and restoring damaged cells, tissues, and organs by combining the body’s natural healing processes with advanced innovations such as stem cell therapy and lab-grown tissue engineering. Former Health Director-General Tan Sri Datuk Seri