Good internet connections vital to S’wak
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is committed to improving internet penetration and speed in the state, said Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg. He pointed out that good internet connections were vital to the state’s efforts to achieve a successful digital economy. “In the face of the global challenges and competition, the Sarawak government […]
Water supply for all by 2025
KUCHING: The Sarawak government will step up efforts to provide water supply to all parts of the state by 2025. This was to ensure the rural populace will also be able to enjoy clean and reliable water supply in their respective areas, said Utilities Assistant Minister (Water Supply) Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman. As such, despite […]
High Court dismisses Petronas bid for stay
KUCHING: The Kuching High Court yesterday dismissed Petronas’ application to stay the execution of State Sales Tax (SST) Order 2018 and the Notices of Assessment issued by the Comptroller of SST. High Court Judge Azhahari Kamal Ramli ruled that Petronas has failed to prove special circumstances to warrant a stay of enforcement proceedings. The state […]
Wise move by Sarawak govt
KUCHING: The Sarawak government has made a wise decision to maintain the movement control order (MCO) status quo in the state, says Padungan assemblyman Wong King Wei. In a statement yesterday, he agreed with the state government’s decision to not reopen most economic sectors from May 4. He said the country would see a large […]
Sarawak stands firm on SST
KUCHING: The Sarawak government will stand firm on its imposition of the five per cent State Sales Tax (SST) on petroleum products even though oil prices are plummeting worldwide due to lack of demand. Assistant Minister in the Chief Minister’s Department (Law, State-Federal Relations and Project Monitoring) Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali said it […]
Long Lama bridge a vital link for Long Lama folk
MIRI: Since its completion a year ago on April 18, the Long Lama bridge or the Pehin Sri Adenan Satem Bridge, has become a critical link for the Long Lama population and its surrounding areas. “The bridge has given ample economic opportunities to the rural community,” said Telang Usan assemblyman Dennis Ngau. He added that […]
State engages military to transport food supply
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is making all efforts to ensure that food supply is enough and reaches particularly the remote rural areas. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg said he understands some of the remote areas have their food supply disrupted during the movement control order (MCO), and the state government is getting […]
Aid to keep economy moving
KUCHING: The Sarawak government’s Sarawakku Sayang special aid package is to prevent business failure during this bad economic time and also helping Sarawakians in general. Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg was very aware of the difficulties face by […]
Two million face masks for Sarawakians
KUCHING: The Sarawak government will distribute two million face masks to Sarawakians. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg said that priority would be given to those at identified Covid-19 hotspots such as Kuching, Serian, Sarikei, Betong, Bintulu, Miri and Limbang. “We have placed an order for two million masks which will arrive directly […]
Petronas has to pay what it owes
KUCHING: The Kuching High Court’s decision to dismiss Petronas judicial review application against imposition of State Sales Tax (SST) by the Sarawak government is a historic day for the state. Assistant Minister of Law, State-Federal Relations and Project Monitoring Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali said the court had decided that Sarawak Legislative Assembly has […]