Tuesday, 3 February 2026

Author: Sarah Hafizah Chandra

Premier: Journalists must strengthen analytical skills amid rise of AI and influencers

KUCHING: Sarawak journalists must strengthen their analytical capabilities and uphold credibility as artificial intelligence (AI), social media influencers and rapid technological changes reshape the media landscape. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the challenges faced by the media today were part of a broader shift affecting

PEWARTA continues drive to support and professionalise Sarawak media

KUCHING: The Persatuan Wartawan Sarawak (PEWARTA) remains committed to championing the welfare and strengthening the professionalism of media practitioners in the state through the implementation of various welfare initiatives, training programmes, and strategic networking efforts. Organising Chairman of the PEWARTA Dinner Wilfred Pilo said the association not only serves as

Malaysia’s Expo 2025 Osaka participation records RM24.45 billion investment potential

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s participation at the World Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, has exceeded expectations, recording potential trade and investment worth RM24.45 billion and attracting 3.52 million visitors to the Malaysia Pavilion. Deputy Prime Minister, Datuk Amar Fadillah Yusof, said the achievement, which is well above initial targets, reflected not

Education as a promise, not a privilege

THE launch of the Sarawak Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) is not merely another item on the government’s policy checklist. It is a defining moment – one that reflects how Sarawak views its people, its priorities and, most importantly, its future. For years, higher education has been framed as the

Free Tertiary Education Scheme milestone for Sarawak youth

KUCHING: The launch of Sarawak’s Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) marks a major milestone in the state’s commitment to developing its future workforce, particularly among young Sarawakians. Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Youth Vice-Chief, Azizul Annuar Adenan, congratulated Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg for introducing what

Malaysia, Indonesia strengthen cross-border cooperation to combat wildlife trafficking

KUCHING: The Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) recently hosted the Malaysia–Indonesia Cross-Border Cooperation Meeting to enhance joint efforts in combating wildlife trafficking along the border. The meeting brought together seven government agencies and three international non-governmental organisations (NGOs), serving as a strategic platform to coordinate cross-border actions and collaboration. During the

Sarawak Tribune business writer wins CIDB Award for Green Building Series

KUALA LUMPUR: Sarawak Tribune business writer Noor Syahhira Hady emerged as the top winner in the Anugerah Media Cetak & Portal Berita — Laporan Khas Berita category at the Anugerah Media Pembinaan CIDB 2025. The award was presented during the Anugerah Media Pembinaan CIDB 2025 ceremony held in here last

Policymakers, stakeholders gather for 2026 Sarawak Budget Conference

KUCHING:The 2026 Sarawak Budget Conference will convene on Tuesday (Dec 16) and Wednesday (Dec 17), bringing together policymakers, economists, industry leaders and key stakeholders to deliberate on the state’s fiscal direction and development priorities for the coming year. The two-day conference, to be held at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching

Premier tours green energy powerhouse GCL

SUZHOU: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg visited the Golden Concord Holdings Ltd (GCL) as part of his working visit in China. The visit, which took place today, followed the conclusion of his engagement session with the Suzhou Municipal Government, where he met with Mayor Wu Qingwen

Premier plans new development strategy for Kuching Low-Carbon Hub

SUZHOU: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg will call for a special meeting to discuss and re-strategise the development approach for the proposed Kuching Low-Carbon Hub (KLCH). This follows a constructive meeting with Suzhou Municipal Government’s Mayor, Wu Qingwen, and Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP) Administrative Committee, during