BINTULU: Sarawak’s agricultural sector must undergo a comprehensive transformation through the adoption of modern technology, profit-oriented management, and a complete supply chain, to ensure farming communities can enjoy a better standard of living. Food Industry, Commodities and Regional Development Minister, Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom, said a change in
BINTULU: Bintulu, particularly the Samalaju area, has emerged as the main driver in the implementation of the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy 2030 (PCDS 2030), with a strong focus on energy, petrochemical, and globally competitive downstream industries. Deputy Minister for Infrastructure and Port Development, Datuk Majang Renggi, said the rapid growth
BINTULU: State government policies and development initiatives must be delivered directly to the grassroots to ensure every layer of society understands and benefits from them. Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman, the chief political secretary to the Premier, said that although various policies and assistance have been introduced by the state government,
BINTULU: Sarawakian, Mohamad Daud Ahmad, has made the state proud after being crowned champion of the 39th National Independence Poetry Recitation Competition 2025, recently held at the Grand Swiss-Belhotel, Melaka. An officer with the Enforcement Section of the Bintulu Development Authority (BDA), he captivated the panel of judges with his
BINTULU: The Sarawak State Mufti Department is committed to reviving the scholarly legacy of the great Islamic figure, Sultan Mirza Muhammad Taraghay Ulugh Beg, as a civilisational heritage that can strengthen the state’s position as a regional reference centre for Islamic astronomy (falak syarie). Sarawak Mufti, Datuk Kipli Yassin, said
SIBURAN: SK Taba Sait in the Bengoh Resettlement Scheme has become the second school within the Mambong constituency to receive a Mini Think & Tinker (T&T) Lab. Deputy Minister for Transport, Datuk Dr Jerip Susil, announced the contribution of equipment worth RM15,000 in conjunction with the launching ceremony of the
BINTULU: The Islamic astronomy (ilmu falak) is not only important in the academic and religious fields but also contributes to the development of competency, innovation, and unity of the ummah in facing contemporary challenges. Sarawak Islamic Council (MIS) President, Datuk Misnu Taha, said the glorious history of Samarkand with the
BINTULU: The Ministry of Public Health, Housing and Local Government (MPHLG) will implement an affordable housing project in Bintulu to address the high demand for more reasonably priced homes. Deputy Minister Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee said Bintulu is among the areas in Sarawak recording the highest demand for affordable
BINTULU: The 2025 Charity Golf Tournament, held to mark the 50th anniversary of the Lions Club of Bintulu Host, had showcased how sport can unite communities while fostering a culture of giving back to society. Tanjong Batu Assemblyman, Johnny Pang Leong Ming, said the tournament symbolised the strength of cooperation
BINTULU: The role of the community is crucial in ensuring that the Sarawak Government’s efforts to safeguard environmental sustainability can be fully implemented. In stating this, Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Port Development, Datuk Majang Renggi, said that aside from government policies and laws, grassroots involvement is the main pillar
