Prioritise reconstruction and relocation of Chinese schools
MIRI: The Sarawak government has provided RM1 million to SJK(C) Chiaw Nan’s relocation committee for the construction of a new classroom block. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian handed over the donation cheque on Wednesday (May 30), and stated that the state government was committed to addressing the issue of dilapidated schools in […]
Move to drive sports tourism in Sarawak
BINTULU: The Sarawak government is committed to host world-class sports events in Sarawak to drive its sport tourism sector. Sarawak Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said sports tourism is crucial for Sarawak’s economy, benefiting the hospitality, food, and transport industries. Abdul Karim who is also Tourism, Creative Industry, […]
Move to ensure dynamic, inclusive and ethical media landscape
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is committed in supporting media professionals to ensure that the media landscape in Sarawak remains dynamic, inclusive and ethical. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Corporate Affairs, Information and UKAS) Datuk Abdullah Saidol said the emergence of internet, social media, mobile devices and digital platforms while beneficial, poses challenges which needs […]
Proposals on Malay customs to be presented to govt
KUCHING: Several matters related to Malay customs and Islamic affairs in Sarawak have been successfully gathered since the Lembaga Hal Ehwal Islam dan Adat Melayu (LHEIAM) was activated in November last year. Its chairman, Datuk Dr Mohamad Kadim Suaidi said they will refine these matters through a series of engagements or workshops involving stakeholders, including […]
J-KOM, UKAS share accurate info
KUCHING: The Community Communications Department (J-KOM) is collaborating with the Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS) to ensure accurate public perceptions about the federal and Sarawak governments. “J-KOM must grasp the actual circumstances in Sarawak, recognising that we are tasked with disseminating sensitive yet beneficial information,” said the director-general of J-KOM Mohd Khairuddin Othman. He further […]
State allocation of RM8mil gets the nod
ENGKILILI: The state government has approved an allocation of RM8 million for various development projects in the Engkilili area. In stating this, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said that the funds have been allocated to Engkilili assemblyman, Dr Johnichal Rayong Ngipa. “I am thankful to the Sarawak government, especially the […]
Leadership in climate action
Climate change is a terrible problem, and it absolutely needs to be solved. It deserves to be a huge priority. – Bill Gates, co-founder of software giant Microsoft I welcome the move by the Sarawak government to put its foot forward in tackling the climate change crisis by spearheading the initiative to set up a […]
RM27.12 mln for socio economic projects in Song
THE Sarawak government has allocated RM27.12 million to implement various socio economic projects in Song under the 12th Malaysia Plan. Minister of Women, Early Childhood and Community Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said this includes RM24.9 million for 116 projects the under Rural Transformation Project (RTP). “Another RM1 million has been allocated for 129 projects […]
Govt will ensure efficiency of Talikhidmat to resolve complaints: Abdullah Saidol
BY LEONG Z-KEEN THE Sarawak government will ensure that the state’s Talikhidmat is efficient in dealing with public complaints. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Corporate Affairs, Information and UKAS) Datuk Abdullah Saidol said complaints received through the one stop communication channel will be redirected to their respective agencies. “Rest assured that every complaint […]
Shotguns can be passed from parents to children only
THE Sarawak government’s policy allows the inheritance of shotguns provided that the firearms have been re-registered and applicants have passed a safety and health screening. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Native Laws and Customs) Datuk Jefferson Jamit said the state government only allows shotguns to be inherited from parents by their sons or daughters. […]