Tebedu International Bike Week on July 21-23
TEBEDU: Tebedu International Bike Week 2023 is set to take place from July 21 to 23. According to a report from the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (UKAS), Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah is expected to officiate and perform the symbolic flag-off on July 21. Following this, […]
There’s always a limit to freedom of expression: Abdul Karim
KUCHING: Freedom of expressions must have its limits, especially when it is used to offend or ridicule an individual, said Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. In light of the recent public uproar after Singaporean stand-up comedian Jocelyn Chia distasteful joke about Malaysia, Abdul Karim felt the comedian’s jokes were unbecoming and offensive. “Her comments […]
Borneo Culture Museum inclusively showcases all ethnic groups, says Abdul Karim
BAU: No race or ethnicity was left behind in showcasing their history in the Borneo Culture Museum (BCM). Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said he had instructed the directors and curators of the Sarawak Museum Department to include every ethnic and sub-ethnic group in the state for […]
Abdul Karim impressed with friendliness and skills of Bidayuh community
BAU: Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah expressed his admiration for the friendly and interesting skills of the Bidayuh community, stating that such character is good for the tourism industry. “This kind of character and personality would make the tourist feel very welcome whenever they visit the Bidayuh community. “You see, I have been to […]
Proper electricity supply on the cards for Bung Bratak Heritage Centre
BAU: Bung Bratak Heritage Centre will soon have its own proper electricity supply. In disclosing this, Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah expressed sadness over the fact that the heritage centre had been relying on only two electrical appliances for its electricity supply. He emphasised that facilities such […]
Sarawak’s independence celebration to have nine events
KUCHING: It will be a colourful and grand celebration to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of Sarawak’s Independence with programmes and activities planned from this May to August in the state. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the celebration themed ‘Sarawak Maju Makmur’ will be filled with […]
Sabah win 21st Borneo ladies golf challenge
MIRI: After two gruelling days of competition, Sabah team emerged winner in the 21st Borneo ladies golf challenge trophy 2023 on Friday. Aidah Abdullah with the score of 136 ; Jenny Lim Sui Fui (135) ; Nozila Mansin (133) ; Dionysia Petrus (129) cemented their position with their total combined scores of 533. The Sarawak […]
S’wak expects 20 pct growth in European visitor arrivals from ITB Berlin
KUCHING: Sarawak expects to generate an estimated RM10.5 million in total sales from the ITB Berlin 2023, the world’s leading travel trade show in Germany. Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) announced that the board and its trade partners managed to clinch 52 new leads to promote Sarawak. “STB projected these leads would result in 20 per […]
BorneoTalk makes presence felt at Berlin tourism trade fair
BERLIN: Sarawak’s homegrown tourism magazine BorneoTalk is going places. Its latest edition was made available at ITB Berlin in celebration of its partnership with the German tourism trade fair as its official international media partner. BorneoTalk represented Sarawak as the state’s official media at the world’s leading travel trade show from Mar 7-9. The publication’s […]
S’wak confident of hosting more international sports events
KUCHING: The participation of 11 countries in the Sarawak Premier International Silat Championship 2023 has given the state government the confidence to continue organising and promoting globally recognised sports events. Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the success of the championship is proof of Sarawak’s unique appeal and […]