UNIFOR projects worth RM90 mln implemented this year
KUCHING: A total of 380 projects under the Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) allocation were implemented in 2025, involving RM90 million for the construction, upgrading, and maintenance of houses of worship of various faiths across Sarawak. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said 129 mission schools in the state also received continuous financial assistance […]
SS urges timely completion of Maludam projects
MALUDAM: All development projects implemented here must be carried out according to schedule and completed without any delays, says State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki. He stressed that every project implemented in Maludam is meant to meet the needs of the local community and must align with the state’s vision. “All implementing agencies […]
RM5.99 billion approved under PETRA for 44 state development projects
KUCHING: A total of 44 development projects worth RM5.995 billion have been approved under the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) for Sarawak in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Amar Fadillah Yusof, who is also the PETRA Minister, said the projects include 11 new initiatives and 33 ongoing ones […]
UNIFOR enhances oversight mechanism on project implementation
KUCHING: Sarawak’s Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) has strengthened its project oversight mechanism by deploying officers across Sarawak to ensure compliance and transparency. “Previously, the churches themselves managed the projects, but now UNIFOR directly monitors implementation to prevent misuse of funds,” said Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. “It is the Premier’s expectation that […]
Kabong’s housing, town extension projects ahead of schedule
KABONG: Two major development projects in Kabong – the Affordable Housing Project under the Village Expansion Scheme (SPK) at Kampung Hulu Kabong and the Kabong New Town Extension – are progressing ahead of schedule, according to the Land Custody and Development Authority (LCDA). Implemented under the state’s People’s Project initiative, both projects are designed to […]
RM1.23 bln projects for Kapit
KAPIT: Forty development projects worth RM1.233 billion are currently being carried out or set to begin soon in Kapit Division to strengthen infrastructure and uplift the socio-economic wellbeing of the local community. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said 19 of the projects have been completed, while another five with a combined value of […]
Close monitoring of projects to ensure effective implementation
SIMANGGANG: Social facility projects under the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development (MySED) in the Sri Aman Division will be closely monitored to ensure that any issues encountered during implementation are resolved effectively. According to a statement from the Sri Aman Division Resident’s Office, a coordination and monitoring meeting was held to discuss the […]
Sarawak government vows stricter monitoring of devt projects to prevent delays
MIRI: The Sarawak government has pledged to enforce tighter monitoring mechanisms on all development projects across the state to eliminate delays and prevent future “sick projects”. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, who also serves as Second Minister for Finance and New Economy as well as Minister for Infrastructure and Port Development, said the […]
Sarawak’s long-term vision backed by local talent, AI integration
KUCHING: Sarawak has sufficient talent and strategic plans to drive its mega projects forward, said a political sociologist, dismissing claims of a skills shortage in the state. Responding to an article which questioned the availability of talent, low demand and high construction costs for major infrastructure initiatives, Professor Dr Novel Lyndon argued that such concerns […]
Development, progress must be enjoyed by all Sarawakians: Premier
KUCHING: Sarawak’s main development goal is to ensure Sarawakians, including those in rural areas, benefit from progress. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Sarawak has made remarkable strides in inclusive development which includes achieving 85.4 per cent treated water coverage and 99.4 per cent electricity supply across the state. “Furthermore, major […]