Batang Lassa bridge expected to be ready by year end
SIBU: The construction of the Batang Lassa bridge connecting Pulau Bruit and Daro town (in Mukah division) via a coastal road network is expected to be completed in December this year. Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad said construction works had hit a completion rate of 91.36 per cent as of March 25. He said the bridge […]
Over RM5.4 mil in welfare aid disbursed to recipients in Miri
Miri: The Sarawak government via the Welfare Department, disbursed RM5,454,800 in financial assistance to 4,283 beneficiaries in Miri from January to March this year, aimed at providing crucial support to needy individuals. “Of the recipients, 976 are those celebrating Raya in Miri division, while 278 are from Bekenu area, reflecting the diverse distribution of financial […]
Urgent call for sufficient school funding
SARIBAS: The Ministry of Education (MOE) has been urged to continue providing sufficient funding to schools, even though the Sarawak Government is willing to assist with its funds. Deputy Minister of Women, Children, and Community Welfare, Datuk Mohammad Razi Sitam, welcomed the delegation of authority to the director of the State Education Department (JPNS) for […]
Sarawak to assume full control of Bintulu Port operations by 2025
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is expected to assume full management and oversight of the entire operation of the Bintulu Port by next year, once the process of changing its status to a state port is finalised. Federal Transport Minister Anthony Loke expressed confidence that all processes related to the change of status of the port […]
Sarawak in talks with Brunei to extend border operating hours
LAWAS: The Sarawak government is in discussions with Brunei Darussalam to extend the operating hours at the Sarawak-Brunei border entry points. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said that extending the operating hours until midnight could alleviate congestion issues at the border between the two regions. Currently, the border entry points between Sarawak […]
Sarawak govt intensifies pursuit of Sarawak Labour Ordinance amendments
KUCHING: The Sarawak government has made serious and consistent efforts to get the Sarawak Labour Ordinance (SLO) amended; however, the final decision rests with Putrajaya and Parliament. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Labour, Immigration & Project Monitoring), Datuk Gerawat Gala explained that the SLO, enacted before the formation of Malaysia, became a federal law […]
Sarawak welcomes Singaporean investors
KUCHING: The Sarawak government has consulted with several Singaporean investors to explore investment opportunities especially in renewable energy, green energy and digital economy projects in the state. Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan who was in Singapore yesterday engaged with representatives from UOB Group, Eastspring Investments, TWO Family Office and Chemsains Konsultant Sdn […]
Strict oversight on agency debts
KUCHING: Sarawak’s government agencies, departments, and ministries have been directed to improve the transparency in their financial operations. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman), Datuk Dr. Juanda Jaya, said that transparency issues, particularly in financial administration and the awarding of contracts, are a primary focus. He highlighted concerns regarding Local Authorities (PBT), […]
Uggah: We are ready to help our schools
SPAOH: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah has lauded the Ministry of Education’s (MoE) move to delegate authority to the Director of the Education Department (JPNS) to approve projects funded by the Sarawak government. Uggah said that through this move, the state Education director can now approve school projects funded by the state government or […]
State targets 35mln trees by 2025
LIMBANG: The Sarawak government has committed to planting 35 million trees across the state by 2025. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said that this will contribute to Malaysia’s national goal of planting 100 million trees within the same timeframe. According to him, this initiative is a cornerstone of Sarawak’s response to the […]