Sarawak’s concert dream: Vibrant global stage
WITH its proven track record of successfully hosting music festivals over the years, it is only a matter of time before Sarawak becomes the host of international concerts. One of the most notable instances was the Konsert Rakyat held on July 22 as part of the 60th Sarawak Independence Day celebrations. The concert attracted over […]
Sarawak ready but must first attend to details
TO say that the Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) is a prime mover when it comes to attracting tourists to the state would be an understatement. For all intents and purposes, STB, which has been around since the 1990s, has got its fingers on the tourism pulse. It is the cornerstone in the state government’s tourism […]
Redevelopment of Sibu will take time, so have patience: Abang Johari
SIBU: Just as Rome was not built in one day, it will take a while for the Sarawak government to further develop Sibu, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said Sibu used to depend on timber as its primary economic activity, but since timber is no longer relevant now, the […]
Sarawak sets good example for political stability
KUCHING: Sarawak sets a far-forward example for voters in the six peninsula states that are facing their respective state election at the moment, namely, Kelantan, Terengganu, Kedah, Perlis, Selangor and Negeri Sembilan for its political stability which is beyond question. A columnist with Free Malaysia Today, an independent, bi-lingual news portal in Malaysia, Rosli Khan […]
Sarawak committed to improving all health infrastructures
KUCHING: Prioritising and maintaining the good health of the people becomes crucial amid rapid development and as the state progresses towards a modern economy, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. In order to achieve this, he stressed that the state’s health infrastructure needed to be upgraded. “That is why the Sarawak government, even […]
MASwings’ takeover, proceed cautiously
Running an airline is like having a baby: fun to conceive, but hell to deliver – Collet E. Woolman (1889 – 1966), founder of US Delta Airlines. – Collet E. Woolman (1889 – 1966), founder of US Delta Airlines. WHEN I was sent to Bakun Dam on behalf of the bank to facilitate dam sales […]
Revitalising and transforming Bukit Assek
SIBU: The Sarawak government has committed an initial allocation of RM1 billion with a bold vision to revitalise the dilapidated Bukit Assek area. This substantial investment aims to transform the town from an ugly duckling into a beautiful swan, befitting Sibu’s symbol, and turn Bukit Assek into another “Amsterdam” as envisioned by Premier Datuk Patinggi […]
RM2mil spent to upgrade drainage system in Batu Lintang town
SRI AMAN: The Sarawak government has invested RM2mil to upgrade the drainage system in Batu Lintang town, effectively addressing the long-standing flood issues in the area. Sarawak Deputy Minister for Talent Development, Datuk Francis Harden Hollis highlighted that the completed Projek Rakyat has brought significant benefits to the local community. The inauguration of the upgraded […]
Premier unveils RM160 million riverfront beautification project
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is committed to an extensive upgrade and beautification project along the city’s riverfront, from Kuching Waterfront up to the Satok area this year. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced the project would cost RM160 million, with an initial allocation of RM10 million and is expected to take […]
Premier praised fed govt for returning state’s 52 lots of land
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg today thanked the federal government for returning 52 lots of land that had been acquired from the Sarawak government in accordance with the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). “I would like to thank the leadership of the Unity Government, who have recently agreed to return 52 lots […]