KUCHING: Repair works on a major water pipeline supplying large parts of Kuching and Petra Jaya have been completed, with follow-up infrastructure strengthening now underway to prevent similar incidents in the future. Batu Kitang state assemblyman, Datuk Lo Khere Chiang, said the damaged pipeline, a critical main line supplying treated
KUCHING: The Borneo International Consumers Expo (BICE) 2026 serves as an important platform to strengthen consumer awareness, combat online scams and support local and regional businesses, said Batu Kitang state assemblyman, Datuk Lo Khere Chiang, at the Metrocity Convention Centre here today. Lo said consumers today face increasing challenges, particularly
KUCHING: Failure to submit progress reports on approved projects remains a major concern in the administration of state funding for houses of worship. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said recipients of funds under the Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) must use the approved allocations in accordance with the
KUCHING: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has called for stronger public understanding of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). This is because it remains central to preserving the spirit of Malaysia and safeguarding the constitutional rights of Sarawak and Sabah, he said. He said many Malaysians, including some Members
TODAY marks two years since Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar officially assumed office as the eighth Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Sarawak. Since January 26, 2024, the Astana Negeri has been guided by a Head of State whose leadership reflects a rare blend of intellect, experience and approachability.
SARAWAK conferred the Pingat Perwira Negeri (PPN) on three former police officers this year, which was driven by a long-standing commitment to recognise those who fought directly against communist insurgents in the 1970s. Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, said the state award was created
KUCHING: Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) is focusing on widening smaller drains in flood-prone areas as part of ongoing efforts to curb sudden water level rises during prolonged rainy periods. MPP chairman Cr Tan Kai said several drainage stretches around Batu Kawa have been upgraded through excavation works carried out with
THE United Association of the Boards of Management of the Aided Chinese Primary Schools Sarawak said the effectiveness of the National Education Development Plan (RPN) 2026 – 2035 must be judged by how well it addresses realities on the ground, particularly in Sarawak’s schools. Its president, Datuk Jonathan Chai, who
KUCHING: Dewan Bandaraya Kuching Utara (DBKU) is enhancing the city’s image as a clean, beautiful and sustainable city through a large-scale mural project depicting 35 years of the city’s history from 1990. The mural, which is themed around the development of the Kuching Waterfront, highlights the area’s evolution across different
KUCHING: Sarawak is strengthening its push towards a more competitive, resilient and inclusive economy, supported by strong trade performance and sustained investor confidence in recent years. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state is focused on improving key fundamentals that attract long-term investments, including infrastructure,