KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi graced the Majlis Kesyukuran held in conjunction with the 70th anniversary celebration of the Sarawak Islamic Council (MIS) at its headquarters here yesterday evening (May 25). The couple
KUCHING: Batu Kitang assemblyman Datuk Lo Khere Chiang has called on youths and working adults to adopt yoga as part of their daily lifestyle for long-term wellness and emotional resilience. Lo said yoga provides more than just physical fitness, adding that it is also a path to self-discovery, balance, and
THE Sarawak Government has been urged to prioritise two pressing infrastructure projects in Lundu District which are the upgrading of the Biawak Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security (ICQS) Complex and the construction of a new District Hospital. Billy Sujang (GPS-Opar) said that upgrading the Immigration, Customs, Quarantine, and Security (ICQS)
KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi attended a haj preparation course held at the Astana on Tuesday (May 20), accompanied by family members. According to a statement posted on the Astana Negeri Sarawak’s official
THE dissolution of the Infrastructure Development Trust Fund signals a significant shift in Sarawak’s approach to infrastructure financing and management, aligning with broader efforts to modernise public financial governance. Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh (GPS–Bawang Assan) said the move should be viewed as part of the state’s strategy to rationalise
THE Local Authorities (Amendment) Bill, 2025 that proposes to increase the number of councillors from 30 to 33 is more than a procedural change, it is a step towards wider representation, improved service delivery, and stronger local governance Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming said the expansion allows for
THE introduction of the Land Code (Amendment) Bill 2025 is a proactive and necessary measure that reinforces Sarawak’s legal sovereignty and environmental stewardship. Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap said the amendment, particularly in Section 32AA of the Code, introduces a crucial safeguard by prohibiting the transportation of rock materials outside
THE Land Code (Amendment) Bill, 2025 introduces a structured legal framework for the registration of wakaf and endowment lands, aiming to reduce disputes, protect the intended purpose of such land, and support better planning for surrounding developments. Tupong assemblyman Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman said the inclusion of provisions related to
THE Land Code (Amendment) Bill, 2025 will introduce clear and enforceable provisions to regulate the transportation of rock materials out of Sarawak. Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad said that this is a critical step in ensuring that the state’s natural resources are responsibly managed and its rightful revenue from these resources
KUCHING: Equipped with the right training and expertise, the Sarawakian worker stands on par with international professionals, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Expressing this confidence, he called for ‘smart workers’ whose productivity matches their expertise, pointing out that Sarawakians should never be underestimated. Sharing an