Baram Regatta to be held triennially from now
MARUDI: The Baram Regatta will from now only be held once every three years to ensure it remains an exclusive event, said Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil.Speaking at the launching of the Baram Regatta 2023 at Marudi Waterfront on Saturday, Penguang who is this year’s organising chairman […]
Dr Penguang puts party’s unity and stability first
BINTULU: Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil made a selfless decision by prioritising the interests of the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) over his personal ambitions. He announced his withdrawal from the race for the party’s deputy president position during the PDP Triennial General Assembly (TGA) meeting today (June 10). Dr Penguang disclosed that he initially received numerous […]
Council members hold great duties in serving people
LIMBANG: Members of district council hold great duties and responsibilities in serving the people, said Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil. According to him, being appointed as a councillor carries great meaning and also a heavy responsibility. “Your appointment is approved by the state government and approved by Head of […]
Councillors in Saratok take oath of office
SARATOK: A total of 32 members of the Saratok District Council took their oaths of office yesterday (April 6) for the 2023–2025 term, with 21 being newly appointed and 11 being reappointed. The oath-taking ceremony was attended by the Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil. Out of the 32 appointed councillors, […]
Penguang welcomes federal govt move to return education, health autonomy to S’wak
KUCHING: It is very much-awaited and welcomed news that the federal government has in principle agreed to return autonomy in education and health to Sarawak. Public Health and Housing Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil noted that during the early days of Malaysia’s formation, education and health were subject to state autonomy. This autonomy, he […]
Penguang: Continue supporting state govt for continued development
MARUDI: The continuous support of Marudi constituents to the Sarawak government has translated to a positive impact on the development of the area. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil then called upon the constituents to maintain the momentum of support to ensure continuous development that can be enjoyed […]
Don’t gamble with your future, reminds Penguang
KUCHING: A stable government is fundamental to a better future for the present and future generations, said Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil. The Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government said Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) needs full support from the voters to continue pursuing the fight to restore and protect the rights of Sarawak […]
Proposal for full-time council chairmen to be brought up to S’wak Cabinet
SIBU: A proposal to appoint full-time chairmen for the district councils would be brought up to the state Cabinet soon, said Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil. “Politically appointed, the full-time district council chairmen who are close to the community are expected to be able to lead the […]
Anti-hop law stops moving of goal posts
KUCHING: The recently passed Anti-Party Hopping Bill in Parliament will put a halt to unhealthy politics and ensure a more stable government. In saying this, Public Health, Housing and Local Government Deputy Minister I Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil stressed this will ensure a better certainty for the nation and its economic well-being. “The Anti-Party Hopping […]
Cherish customs and tradition, rep tells Iban youth
MARUDI: The Iban community, especially the youth, need to defend the customs and culture passed down to them by their ancestors. Marudi assemblyman Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil said this is to ensure their heritage is not lost to time or influenced by foreign cultures. “Nowadays, the youth are easily influenced by external elements that are […]