Chinese pioneers of Sarawak
After 1832, Singapore became the capital of the British Straits Settlements and this triggered a mass exodus of Chinese “Sinkeh” from mainland China to seek their fortunes in the Far East. A handful decided to sail across the South China Sea, to help build up the country and make it their home. In the first […]
New patrol craft for Kuching MMEA
PELABUHAN KLANG: One of two new generation patrol craft (NGPC) received by the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) today will be located in Kuching, Sarawak. Minister of Home Affairs Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin, who told that the vessels were for strengthening the agency’s surveillance activities in the Malaysian Maritime Zone (MMZ), said the one for […]
Malaysia reaffirms commitment to safeguard interests, rights in South China Sea
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia remains firm in its commitment to safeguarding its interests and rights in the South China Sea. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein said Malaysia’s position on the matter is clear and consistent. He said due to the complexity and sensitivity of the issue, all parties must work together to maintain peace, […]