Take advantage of BKSS 8.0, traders told
MUKAH: Traders must not waste the opportunity provided by the Sarawak Government via the Sarawakku Sayang Special Assistance (BKSS) 8.0. Tellian Assemblyman Royston Valentine, all groups including small and medium-sized industry (SME) traders must therefore be more creative and innovative in making business improvements. “BKSS 8.0 is to provide benefit to small and medium traders, […]
Sarawakians get BKSS 8.0 for strong support
KUCHING: The implementation of the Sarawakku Sayang Special Assistance (BKSS) 8.0 package this year can be viewed as a symbol of appreciation to the people of Sarawak who gave their strong support and a big mandate to Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) in the recent state election. Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) vice-president Datuk Dr Abdul […]
Utility bills, rental discounts for six more months
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is extending the monthly electricity bill discount of between five and 25 per cent for domestic, commercial and industrial consumers until June this year under the eighth package of the Bantuan Khas Sarawakku Sayang (BKSS 8.0). Chief Minister Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said a total of RM285.47 million was […]
Sarawak announces latest BKSS 8.0 package worth RM285 bln
KUCHING: The Sarawak government announced the latest assistant package, Sarawakku Sayang Special Assistance (BKSS) 8.0 package worth RM285.47 million, which encompasses seven measures to assist the people during the current Phase Four of the National Recovery Plan (PPN). Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the latest package reflected the government’s […]
CM: No let-up in strengthening Sarawak’s status
KUCHING: The Sarawak Government will continue to strengthen the state’s constitutional status as a regional partner in the Federation of Malaysia. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this would be done in accordance with the amendment of Article 1(2) and Article 160(2) of the Federal Constitution with reference to MA63 […]
Govt can depend on civil service to deliver: Jaul
KUCHING: The Sarawak government can rely on its civil service to propel the state’s economic growth. The civil service will continue to support the state’s policy of developing high quality and environmentally sustainable public infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing, tourism, and other sectors which are crucial for economic growth. State Secretary Datuk Amar Jaul Samion said that […]
No worries, I’m with Satok too: CM
KUCHING: Any lingering doubts about Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s obligation to further develop Satok were put to rest when he reaffirmed his commitment to bring development to his former constituency. The Chief Minister said although he was now the elected representative for Gedong, he would never forget Satok, the constituency that he had […]
Invest Sarawak in pipeline to spur business
KUCHING: The Sarawak government will establish a new entity called Invest Sarawak to provide better experiences and convenience for investors who want to invest in the state. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the new entity will be headed by Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, who […]
Policies to continue, thanks to confidence in govt
KUCHING: The Sarawak Government will carry on implementing its policies and initiatives for the benefit of Sarawakians. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the existing policies, initiatives and also assistance provided to the people during the Covid-19 pandemic would be continued. “What we can see is that the people of […]
Private sector vital to economic growth, says CM
KUCHING: The chief minister has called on the private sector to work closely with the state government to ensure the state economy continues to thrive. Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said although the government had introduced many initiatives to spearhead new directions for the economy, the private sector must also be fully […]