Karim takes defeat in stride; ready to step down
KUCHING: Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said he is prepared to step down from his ministerial post if necessary, following his defeat in the Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) vice-presidential race. Acknowledging that Cabinet appointments are the prerogative of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, he said he would not make […]
Youth communication camp to strengthen unity, character
KUCHING: The 12th Youth Communication Camp (YCC) serves as an opportunity for youth to build character and forge closer bonds among youth of various backgrounds. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the event would encourage the youth to build up their character to be a better person. […]
SBA crisis will not derail Sukma preparations: Karim
KUCHING: The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development will ensure the crisis in the Sarawak Badminton Association (SBA) does not affect preparations of the state badminton team ahead of Sukma 2024. Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah assured that he would continue to monitor, look after the welfare of the athletes and will […]
Kpg Bako has much to offer, says Karim
KUCHING: Kpg Bako is a gem that needs to be polished as it has the potential to boost the tourism industry in the state. In stating this, Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah urged the Village Development and Security Committees (JKKK) to have a broad mind on how […]
BCM reaches one million visitor milestone
BY NATASHA JEE and IDA NADHIRAH KUCHING: Borneo Cultures Museum (BCM), the biggest museum in Malaysia and second largest in Southeast Asia has reached its one millionth visitor milestone since its opening in 2022. Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the museum had generated RM5,861,369 from ticket […]
Sarawak explores collaboration at PCMA Convening Leaders 2024 in San Diego
SAN DIEGO: Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah led a delegation of 29 industry partners in the recent Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) Convening Leaders 2024 in San Diego, California. In a press release by Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak), it said that the programme amplifies the partnership between […]
State has ticked every box, says Karim
KUCHING: It has been a great 2023 for Sarawak, declared Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. Be it the political, economic or social aspect, the state has ticked every box, he said in summing up the year. For starters he took pride that the tourist arrival target for the […]
View world from a bigger perspective: Karim
KUCHING: Tolerance, harmony and peace are key to ensuring the continued well-being of multi-racial Sarawak. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said it is therefore important that people do not only think of themselves, their religion and their race. “This is because any small issue, regarding race and […]
Be vigilance against rising Covid-19 cases: Abdul Karim
KUCHING: The recent surge in Covid-19 cases has prompted a call for heightened awareness, particularly among high-risk groups such as the elderly and individuals with respiratory conditions. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah stressed the importance of continued vigilance despite the perceived decrease in the severity of Covid-19 […]
Jamal sings praises about Sarawak and Karim
KAPIT: Veteran crooner Datuk Jamal Abdillah has given his vote of approval to Sarawak.You are blessed to be born in Sarawak, he told the audience before performing at the state-level Youth Day at Dewan Suarah Kapit on Saturday (Dec 2). “Sarawak has a lot of land that can be explored by entrepreneurs. So, I suggest […]
