11 river basins under study for cascading power sources
BY NURFARAHIN OKI THE Sarawak government and Sarawak Energy are studying 11 river basins that have potential for the development of cascading power sources. The 11 river basins are Tutoh River, Gaat River, Belaga River, Danum River, Balui River, Trusan River, Lawas River, Limbang River, Tinjar River, Baram River and Tekalit. Utility and Telecommunication Deputy […]
Move to speed up devolution of power in education ongoing: Dr Annuar
THE Sarawak government has submitted 15 points to the Federal government aimed at the devolution of power in education. Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee said the points presented are part of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) within the framework of the ambit of Paragraph 17 of the Intergovernmental […]
RM1.4 mln for councils to achieve the SDG targets
THE Sarawak government has approved RM1.4 million to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targets. Deputy Minister of Public Health and Housing Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil said the ministry is currently engaging with URBANICE Malaysia for the production of the SDGs Roadmap for 25 local authorities. “The SDGs Cities Roadmap aims to provide an understanding […]
Plan to reinvent coconut industry
SEBUYAU: The Sarawak government, in partnership with Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), is spearheading initiatives to cultivate new coconut varieties here. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that the increased focus on these new varieties would create additional downstream economic opportunities, particularly for local entrepreneurs. “Beyond its water and flesh, every part […]
Construction of esplanade as tourist attraction mulled
SEBUYAU: The Sarawak government is urged to consider the proposal for the construction of the Sebuyau Esplanade following the construction of the Second Trunk Road (STR) and Batang Lupar Bridge. Minister of Utilities and Telecommunications Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said this matter is crucial as it could become one of the tourist attractions in the […]
No extravagant spending, assures Premier
SEBUYAU: The Sarawak government will not spend extravagantly while ensuring that all developments will benefit the people. “My government is not extravagant, but we aim to provide benefits to the people,” assured Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said the state government would not be extravagant in its spending under his […]
Water-based technology to irrigate, supply power
SEBUYAU: The Sarawak government is pioneering a water-based technology using elevated water tanks to irrigate paddy plantations and also supply power to the local community. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the pioneering approach is part of the state government’s food security strategy aimed at rice self-sufficiency by 2026 or 2027. […]
Education Sarawak’s priority: Fadillah
KUALA LUMPUR: The Sarawak government is committed to its effort to prioritise education and address issues related to education effectively. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the state government established the Ministry of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development (MEITD) to facilitate collaboration with the Malaysian Ministry of Education (MoE) to resolve education-related challenges. […]
Innovative ideas & solutions needed to elevate local food industry
KUCHING: The Sarawak government, through the Ministry of Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development (M-FICORD), is actively promoting the growth and development of the local food industry. Minister of M-FICORD, Datuk Seri Dr. Stephen Rundi Utom said recently he took the initiative to personally observe the downstream processes in product marketing business. “I came here […]
Govt urged to look into increasing crocodile attacks on human beings
LUNDU: The Sarawak government has been urged to tackle the increasing crocodile population, which has led to crocodile attacks and sightings in non-habitat areas. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said crocodiles are now being found in urban areas such as Kuching Waterfront and residential drainage systems. She hoped that the […]