Sales at Betong Ramadan bazaar expected to reach RM1.5mil
BETONG: Sales at the Ramadan bazaar here is expected to increase compared to last year, with projections reaching RM1.5 million. The chairman of Pasar Tani Medan Betong, who is also the organiser of the Ramadan bazaar, Wan Halmi Wan Omar, expressed confidence that this target can be achieved based on previous years’ responses. “Even in […]
PROSPEK Betong to commence next year
BETONG: The Integrated Village Economic Development Project (PROSPEK) Betong, the first PROSPEK initiative to involve longhouses here, will kick start next year with an allocation of RM9 million over a five-year span. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Patinggi Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the project, under the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW), is expected […]
Spaoh food basket project at 70pct
SPAOH: The food basket development project in Spaoh, Betong, is making significant progress, with almost 70 percent of the work completed and expected to be finalised early next year. Once completed, the site will serve as a collection, processing, and packaging centre (CPPC) for agricultural products, playing a crucial role in advancing local agricultural development. […]
Betong most developed division, says Uggah
SPAOH: The Betong Division has achieved over 90 per cent progress in electricity, roads, and clean water infrastructure, making it the most developed division in the Sarawak region, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. He also said that the Spaoh district has already achieved 100 per cent progress in basic infrastructure. “This is […]
Boosting incomes in Betong through modern agriculture
BETONG: Increasing the people’s income through modern agriculture and other economic activities here is now a top priority for Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. He plans to achieve this together with the respective elected representatives from eight constituencies in the Betong Division through the Betong Division Development Agency (BDDA), the Agriculture Department and […]
Betong to get international secondary school
BETONG: The Yayasan Sarawak (Sarawak Foundation) International Secondary School (YSISS) will be established in the constituency to provide local children in the area access to international education. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg assured that he will discuss with the relevant parties to establish another YSISS to cater to children from the […]
Promote local tourism together
LUBOK ANTU: The Betong Division Development Agency (BDDA) and the Sri Aman Development Agency (SADA) have been urged to collaborate in promoting the tourism sector in their respective areas. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said that both Betong and Engkilili boast numerous attractions. “Our attractions are similar. We can rely on the rich […]
Betong’s plan as a major food producer on right track: Uggah
SPAOH: Betong’s plan to be a major food and food products producer in Sarawak is leveraging on a perfect start and advantages, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. He highlighted the crucial role of Green World Genetics (GWG), a leading seed research, development, and production company from the Peninsular, which has recently established […]
Cleanliness, quality products attracts more visitors
BETONG: Traders operating their stalls at Ramadan bazaar are urged to prioritise cleanliness and to conduct their business with integrity. Betong MP, Dr. Richard Rapu said that traders must put their priority in maintaining cleanliness in every aspect and selling quality products to the consumers. He said this while speaking at the Betong Ramadan Bazaar […]
Betong aims for cleaner environment and economic prosperity
KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas has expressed his vision for Betong town to lead the nation in cleanliness while fostering economic growth through strategic initiatives. He said that Betong is poised to be a more progressive, prosperous division in the years ahead through the Post Covid-19 Development Strategy ( PCDS) 2030 and […]