Continued support for Sarawak’s development

KUCHING: Sime Darby Foundation is set to continue implementing various initiatives in Sarawak across multiple industries, benefiting communities throughout the region. Its chairman Tunku Tan Sri Imran Tuanku Ja’afar, said that to date, the foundation has channeled RM60 million to Sarawak through its efforts, with significant contributions from Sime Darby (SD) Guthrie, Sime Darby Berhad, […]
Delegates express hopes for rural progress

BETONG: As the Sarawak government continues its efforts to improve infrastructure in rural areas, many members of the Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) have voiced their hopes for further development. Leaders and members alike emphasise the need for improvements that enhance the quality of life in rural communities, focusing on bridging gaps and ensuring better […]
Throw your weight behind Premier, urges DPM

BY ALEXANDRA LORNA & NURIN PATRA KUCHING: Sarawakians have been urged to continue giving their unwavering support to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s leadership to ensure the state attains even greater success in the future. In making this call, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the state and its […]
2025 – bonanza for rural communities

SARATOK: The rural community is set to reap significant benefits from numerous new initiatives undertaken by the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri, emphasised that the GPS government’s plans are not mere rhetoric but are aimed at advancing Sarawak’s development in 2025 and beyond, with a primary focus on transforming the rural […]
Kampung Sungai Kut poised to be transformed

DALAT: Kampung Sungai Kut will change its facade for the better with the development brought by the government. Minister of Women, Children and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said many construction projects had been planned in this area. “With these projects, of course they can be an attraction for tourists who visit here. […]
Sarawak shows path to balanced development and conservation

BY JAMES WONG AND NURA V LORNA KUCHING: The Sarawak Government remains steadfast in proving that development and environmental preservation can go hand in hand. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said his government will continue to expand and declare more natural parks, such as the marine national park, Luconia Shoals, which […]
Padungan rep criticised for apparent belittling of state govt devt efforts

THE Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government consistently champions rural development and transformation initiatives, says Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman (GPS-Tupong). He criticised Chong Chieng Jen (DAP-Padungan) for what he described as an apparent belittling of the state government’s efforts in rural development during the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) session. Fazzrudin, the chief political secretary to the […]
Urban projects: Kuching eyes Abu Dhabi’s Masdar City sustainable model

ADU DHABI: Kuching city hopes to emulate the Masdar City sustainable model in Abu Dhabi for future urban projects, particularly in new areas, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. This approach, he said, is crucial to transform Kuching into a sustainable, tech-driven city inspired by the carbon-neutral framework of Masdar. “We […]
Zahid lauds Sarawak’s progress

BETONG: Sarawak has made substantial progress under Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s leadership, with development initiatives advancing well beyond federal-level goals. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Patinggi Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said one key example is the integration of new technology into the state’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) ecosystem, […]
Limbang hospital development included in RMK12

LIMBANG: The proposal for the development of Limbang Hospital has been included in the 12th Malaysia Plan (RMK12) under Rolling Plan 4 (RP4). Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni stated that the hospital’s development would take time, with plans for its continuation into the 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK13) to secure the necessary funding. “The […]