Dr Sim clarifies statement on Sarawakians working overseas
KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian has clarified that his recent remarks on Sarawakian talents working abroad were not intended to criticise or belittle Sarawakians who have chosen to pursue careers overseas. Responding to media reports and online commentary on the issue, Dr Sim said Sarawak remains proud of all Sarawakians who […]
Dr Sim mourns passing of mother
KUCHING: The mother of Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, Puan Sri Datin Amar Lim Su Kheng, passed away yesterday. Dr Sim shared the heartbreaking news on his Facebook page tonight, saying his mother had breathed her last at the age of 83. “We are in deep grief over the passing of our […]
CNY visit on Dr Sim
SIBU: A local prominent business figure, Datuk Seri Lau Kueng Chai paid a Chinese New Year (CNY) visit on Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian at the latter’s residence in Kuching recently. Sharing the festive joy with Dr Sim was also Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof who is also Minister of […]
Dr Sim retained as SUPP Pending branch chairman
KUCHING: The Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) Pending branch held its 15th Triennial General Meeting here on Sunday where Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian was unanimously re-elected as the branch chairman. Dr Sim’s re-election underscores the unwavering confidence and trust placed in his leadership by party members. In his acceptance speech, he expressed heartfelt […]
KAA raises RM350k in charity sales
KUCHING: The Kuching Autistic Association (KAA) successfully raised RM350,000 during its fundraising 2024 Charity Sales and Food Fair held at the Association of Churches Sarawak Hall on Sunday (July 14). The money raised will be used to fund its annual operational costs of RM1.2 million and other needs. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui […]
4,778 rural projects completed
The Ministry of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government has successfully completed 4,778 Rural Transformation Projects (RTP) in the state. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr. Sim Kui Hian said that these completed projects represent 87 per cent of the total approved projects under various local authorities. “RTP, spearheaded by the state government, plays a pivotal […]
Dr Sim first recipient of CRM Leadership Award
KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian is the inaugural recipient of the Clinical Research Malaysia (CRM) Leadership Award. In his Facebook post today, Dr Sim said he was “deeply honoured and privileged” at receiving the prestigious award. “This recognition acknowledges the dedication, passion, and perseverance of each member of my team at […]
Dr Sim on CNY visits in Sibu
SIBU: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian yesterday (Feb 13) visited the homes of Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) members in conjunction with Chinese New Year (CNY). The SUPP president, who is also Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government, was accompanied by wife Datin Amar Enn Ong Siok Ean. Their first […]
Integration of traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine in endocrinology
MIRI: The seamless integration of traditional Chinese medicine wisdom with cutting-edge Western medical technologies signifies the harmonious collaboration of diverse perspectives in Sarawak’s pursuit of improved healthcare outcomes, says Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. The Deputy Premier added: “The International Endocrinology in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine Conference serves as a bridge connecting […]
Sim calls attention to palliative care at hospice opening
SIBU: About 2,000 paediatric cases here need some form of palliative care every year but sadly, only about 10 per cent of them receive palliative care. “Therefore, the development of palliative care is a priority for Sarawak,” said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. “The Health Department is in process of training many […]