Sarawak committed to empowering green economy to combat climate change
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is committed to empowering the green economy as a solution to climate change, says Deputy Minister for Energy and Environmental Sustainability (MEESTY), Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni. He said that the government has made various preparations to address climate change issues. “We must thank Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari […]
Customs Department ready to assist Sarawak government
KUCHING: The Sarawak Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) is prepared to assist the Sarawak government, especially in matters related to petroleum. Newly appointed director of Sarawak JKDM, Norizan Yahya said this when met by reporters after a courtesy visit by the department’s delegation to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg at Wisma […]
We will be fair and just to our multi-religious society: Abang Jo
KUCHING: The Sarawak government will continue to ensure fairness for all regardless of race and religion. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari said Sarawak’s leadership which is based on Islamic principles, strives to ensure fairness for members of its diverse, multiracial and multi-religious community. “Allah has bestowed wisdom upon the Muslim community in Sarawak […]
Sarawak plans to stabilise livestock prices – Premier
KUCHING: The Sarawak Government has identified measures to effectively stabilise the prices of livestock including cattle. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg noted that the prices of cattle in the state are relatively higher as compared to other regions. “Yesterday (June 16), I was in Gedong… And I have a plan for […]
RM2 million allocation to upgrade jetty and bridge
SARATOK: The Sarawak government will upgrade the jetty (wharf) across from the town here as well as the bridge across the Paon River. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said a total of RM2 million allocated under the Betong Divisional Development Agency (BDDA) will be utilised. “It is a very important facility for the community, especially those […]
Sarawak merely asserting its rights, not infringing others
SIBU: The Sarawak government is asserting its own rights, not infringing on those of others, said Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee. In stating this the Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development refuted claims that Sarawak is encroaching on others’ rights through its demands to the federal government. “Anyone claiming that we (Sarawak) are asking […]
Sarawak govt serious about promoting integrity among civil servants, community
BINTULU: The Sarawak government is serious about promoting a culture of integrity among civil servants and the community. Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman), Datuk Murshid Diraja Dr Juanda Jaya said that in line with the efforts to target a high-income state by 2030, Sarawak is consistent with the goal of […]
582 students participate in skills related programme
SERIAN: The Sarawak government is committed in developing a skilled workforce to transform the state’s economy. This was relayed by Sarawak Skills chief strategy officer, Mohamad Isham Fauzi who emphasised the significance of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in today’s job market. In view of that, Sarawak Skills together with Sarawak Electronics and […]
Lo urges state to bolster enforcement efforts
KUCHING: Batu Kitang assemblyman Datuk Lo Khere Chiang has urged the Sarawak government to bolster federal enforcement efforts by deploying personnel through the Sarawak Security and Enforcement Unit (UKPN). He said this initiative will ensure adequate enforcement services to combat illegal activities as well as enhance the safety of the community. Lo said this following […]
Sarawak signs MoU with Chinese firm to develop coffee industry
KUCHING: The Sarawak government has inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Yunnan Taixian Coffee to develop the coffee industry in the state. The MoU is to promote, develop and enhance research collaboration between the two parties in fostering the transfer and exchange of knowledge and innovative technology in coffee production with the entire supply […]