Open contests will rejuvenate PRS: Snowdan
KUCHING: Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) has a longstanding tradition of open contests within its party hierarchy. In stating this, its Youth chief Datuk Snowdan Lawan said open contests will rejuvenate the party. He was asked if the party which is due to hold its Triennial Delegates Conference (TDC) next year, will consider open contests for […]
Sports activities offer PRS break from politics
SIBU: Sports activities provide Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) with a refreshing break from political matters, according to Datuk Seri Doris Sophia Brodie. The PRS Women chief noted that sports not only serve as a platform to strengthen camaraderie within the party but also offer recreational opportunities for its members. “They have found a platform through […]
Professionals urged to join PRS
SIBU: Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) encourages new members, especially professionals, to join the party, as it needs professionals who are truly committed to politics within the party. According to its women chief, Datuk Seri Doris Sophia Brodie, although professionals are often quite committed to their work tasks and their time to fully commit to the […]
PRS dedicated to cooperation in GPS, says Salang
BINTULU: Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) does not resort to backstabbing but takes a face-to-face approach in the event of conflict among its leaders and members. Likewise PRS is a party of comrades dedicated to cooperation in Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS), declared its president Datuk Joseph Salang Gandum. “We will not betray our friends and we […]
PRS proposes Salang as next Senate President
KUCHING: Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) has proposed its president Datuk Joseph Salang Gandum as the next candidate for the Dewan Negara top post. The party’s deputy information chief Andy Lawrence sought the support of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, and the King of Malaysia, His […]
Not demeaning but a vibrant cultural celebration
KUCHING: Andy Lawrence, Deputy Information Chief of Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS), expressed his disagreement with academic Datuk Dr Jayum Jawan’s perspective on the Kumang Gawai Beauty contest. Jayum voiced what Lawrence described as “antiquated views” regarding the contest, sparking a debate on the cultural evolution and modern expressions of tradition within the Dayak community. “I […]
PRS-PDP merger? No way, ideological differences in the way: PRS man
KUCHING: Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) has reiterated its staunch opposition to the proposed merger between PRS and the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP. Andy Lawrence, the deputy information chief of PRS, stressed the party’s position on the matter, highlighting key concerns and reasons behind their decision. “Anyone from outside PRS can propose or wish anything, but […]
PDP thinks about merger with PRS
KUCHING: Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) chief Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing is open to a potential merger between PDP and Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS). Tiong, however, said it is up to PRS, as anyone is free to suggest a merger, stressing that PRS must base its decision on its vision and mission. “For us (PDP) […]
PRS president: PDP-PSB collab not a surprise
KUCHING: Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) president Datuk Joseph Salang Gandom said the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP)-Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) collaboration was not a surprise to him as his party was also initially approached to join the collaboration. According to him, only PRS’ deputy president and secretary-general knew about PSB’s interest in collaborating with them. “Before accepting the […]
PRS seeks appointment of member as Temenggong in Sri Aman
KUCHING: The Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) is hoping to see one of its members appointed as the new Temenggong for the Iban community in Sri Aman. PRS President Datuk Joseph Salang Gandum said this came following the vacancy of the position previously held by a party member. “What we are lacking and where this appointment […]