CNY do signify bright future for Sarawak
BY GABRIEL LIHAN & NOOR SYAHHIRA HADY KUCHING: The reception by members of the public to the state government’s Chinese New Year open house signified a bright future for Sarawak, said Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom. The Minister for Food Industries, Commodities, and Regional Development said attendees of the state-level Chinese New Year open […]
Bigger Affin stake good for financial ecosystem
KUCHING: The state government’s move to acquire an additional stake in Affin Bank is a strategic step in strengthening the financial ecosystem. Economist Dr Jerome Kueh said this would assist businesses in Sarawak and contribute to the sustainability of economic growth. He stated that one of the main obstacles in business is limited access to […]
Sarawak govt empowers entrepreneurs through infrastructure, knowledge
DARO: The Sarawak government is committed to supporting entrepreneurs in the state by not only providing infrastructure but also imparting knowledge. Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad pointed out the importance of entrepreneurial knowledge in the rapidly changing business landscape due to market and societal shifts. “This is crucial as the entrepreneurial field is dynamic and constantly […]
Social programmes, events welcomed by Sarawak gov’t: Premier
KUCHING: The Sarawak government always welcomes the organisation of social programmes and events as it will benefit the public. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said such programmes and events contribute to the economy and tourism in the state. “Therefore, the state government through the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industries and Performing […]
Sarawak sets aside RM20 mln for mini stadium construction in Tanjung Manis
BELAWAI: The Sarawak government has given the go-ahead for the construction of a a mini stadium in Tanjung Manis with an allocation of RM20 million. The stadium will come complete with comprehensive amenities like racing tracks. Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the initiative will benefit Tanjung […]
Seize study initiatives, Ting tells students
MIRI: The Sarawak government has always been committed to developing the quality of education as well as talent development among students. Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Sebstian Ting said as such various initiatives have been established for Sarawakian students to create more educational opportunities. “Among those initiatives are free higher […]
Sarawak govt plans to enhance Masjid Jamek
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg revealed the Sarawak government’s intention to beautify the Sarawak State Mosque, also known as Masjid Jamek, drawing inspiration from the architecture of the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. During a forum with Sarawak Islamic Agencies (SIC) yesterday (Jan 18), he expressed the desire to […]
Sarawak engaging in discussions for transfer of environmental autonomy
KUCHING: Ongoing efforts are being made to ensure the successful transfer of environmental autonomy into the jurisdiction of the Sarawak government, according to Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment, Datuk Len Talif Salleh. He revealed that discussions are currently underway with relevant ministries to streamline the process, acknowledging the complexity of various […]
Sarawak’s potential bank takeover to stimulate business and economic reforms
KUCHING: The possibility of the Sarawak government taking over a commercial bank in the country will help to boost the business sector and entrepreneurship in the state, according to Professor of Economics, Geoffrey Williams, from the Malaysia University of Science and Technology. Williams noted that such a move could lead to the bank’s management offering […]
Premier tight-lipped on acquiring bigger stake in bank
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is tight-lipped about whether the Sarawak government will acquire an additional stake in Affin Bank Berhad. “I dare not comment because Affin is a listed company,” he told reporters after a walkabout at the Brooke Dockyard Industrial Heritage Museum here today (Jan 17). Previously, in […]