Pujut rep urges greater support for councils, students, flood mitigation efforts
ADAM Yii Siew Sang (GPS-Pujut) has urged the Sarawak government to allocate additional resources to local councils, highlighting the financial pressures they face in maintaining essential services. Yii pointed out that despite minimal increases in revenue from assessment rates over the last two decades, local councils like the Miri City Council have seen rising expenses […]
Call for university and international school in Bintulu
THE Sarawak government has been urged to build a university in Bintulu that would allow local youth to pursue higher education and specialised courses locally. Johnny Pang (GPS-Tanjong Batu) said that this would reduce the need for future students to move away from home to access quality education aligned with industry demands. “Bintulu is rapidly […]
Sarawak must enforce gas ordinance compliance, says Kota Sentosa rep
THE SARAWAK Government must exercise its rights to demand full and immediate compliance with the Distribution of Gas Ordinance (DGO) 2016 by Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas). Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap said the state government through Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) must be prepared to enforce its legal rights under the DGO 2016 with court proceeding, […]
Call to lower threshold for laptop, financial aid
THE Sarawak government has been urged to lower the threshold to include M40 and B40 students so they can benefit from the free laptop and “pocket money” programme by the state government. Datuk Ding Kuong Hiing (GPS-Meradong) said it would be better if the state can give across the board, especially with the state’s revenue […]
Feasibility study on proposed Trans-Borneo Railway to be completed in one year
KUCHING: The feasibility study for the proposed Trans-Borneo Railway is expected to be completed in one year’s time. Sarawak’s Deputy Minister for Transport Datuk Dr Jerip Susil said the study, which is federally funded, is currently in the process of appointing consultants by the Ministry of Transport Malaysia. He said these consultants will evaluate and […]
Call for bigger Sarawak presence in Chinese cities
KUCHING: The Sarawak-China Friendship Association (SFCA) has proposed that the Sarawak government establish trade and tourism promotion centres in major Chinese cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou to strengthen economic and cultural ties. SFCA president Datuk Wee Kok Tiong said these centres could enhance Sarawak’s visibility and showcase its unique attractions to Chinese businesses […]
Federal aid sought to complete Belaga road
KUCHING: The Sarawak government has requested the support of the Federal Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) to complete a crucial road project in the Belaga district. A delegation led by Deputy State Secretary (Economic Planning and Development) Datuk Seri Dr. Muhammad Abdullah Zaidel, met with Deputy Secretary-General of NRES Norsham Abdul Latip […]
S’wak to set up office in Abu Dhabi to enhance ties
ABU DHABI: The Sarawak government plans to open an office in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) to strengthen strategic cooperation with the country. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the office aims to strengthen collaboration not only with the UAE but also with other Middle Eastern and Asean countries while […]
SUKMA 2024 an investment in athletes and sports development – Premier
KUCHING: The Sarawak government hailed the state’s successful hosting of the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) Sarawak 2024 as a worthwhile investment. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that any expenses incurred in organising the biennial multi-sport event were an investment, particularly in supporting the state’s athletes and in sports development. “We […]
Sarawak mulls own pension fund for civil servants
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is currently studying the feasibility of setting up its own pension fund for the state’s civil servants. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said as the state’s economy will shift further towards high technology, there is a need for innovative changes in the public sector structure. “I know […]