KUCHING: The Rainforest Youth Summit (RAYS) was introduced to instil in future leaders across ASEAN a strong sense of responsibility of environmental stewardship and sustainable development, says Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. Abdul Karim said the initiative, driven by the Sarawak Tourism Board,
KUCHING: Stronger policies and regional cooperation are needed to ensure that open burning for plantations does not undermine sustainable forest management in Southeast Asia. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said although awareness of forest conservation is increasing in the region, enforcement
KUCHING: Sarawak aspires to be a leading venue for mega concerts in the region but must first upgrade its infrastructure and increase venue capacity, says Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. He stated that Sarawak’s unique attractions and growing ambition made it well-suited
KUCHING: The revitalisation of Lorong Bayor Bukit 14 and BDC Park highlights Kuching South City Council痴 (MBKS) dedication to transforming neigbourhood parks into inclusive spaces that support family wellbeing and intergenerational interaction. Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng noted that public parks and open spaces play a crucial role in fostering
KUCHING: Sarawak does not rule out the possibility of extending its power supply beyond national borders, including to southern Philippines via Sabah. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this follows a request from the Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for Sarawak to study the feasibility
KUCHING: Over 1,400 people joined Environmental Ride 2025 and Sarawak’s 10,000 Informative Steps during the Kuching Car-Free Morning Gawai Dayak Edition at Padang Merdeka here today. The event, organised by Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) in collaboration with the National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) Sarawak Branch, not only raised awareness about
KUCHING: Community spirit was in full force as Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) spearheaded two programmes today, aimed at promoting environmental consciousness and a drug-free lifestyle. In conjunction with World Environment Day, DBKU organised the ‘Kayuhan Alam Sekitar 2025’ (Environmental Ride 2025) at Tugu Pahlawan. Flagged off at 7:00 am
KUCHING: The Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) is stepping up its fight against drug abuse through community-based initiatives in collaboration with various agencies and by actively engaging residents. DBKU Mayor Datuk Hilmy Othman stressed that strong community participation and consistent vigilance have become key defences against the spread of drug
KUCHING: Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) machines once used for COVID-19 tests are now being reused to detect human papillomavirus (HPV) infections. Political secretary to the Premier, Kho Teck Wan, said that the initiative is highly meaningful as it directly benefits society by raising awareness, supporting early cervical cancer screening and prevention in Sarawak.
KUCHING: The Sungai Lingga Bridge is expected to be completed next month, while the Batang Lupar Bridge in Sebuyau is on track for completion by the end of the year as part of the Sarawak government痴 efforts to complete the Coastal Road Network and Second Trunk Road (STR) projects. Deputy