Thursday, 14 May 2026

Thursday, 14 May, 2026

7:48 AM

, Kuching, Sarawak

Wan Junaidi: A continuing legacy of influence

WITH almost 40 years of political experience under his belt, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar has left an indelible mark on Malaysia through his extensive career in public service. Notably, during his tenure as the 19th President of the Dewan Negara or Senate President in 2023, he embarked on a mission to […]

TYT, wife host private dinner for senior journalists

KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife, Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi hosted a private dinner for a group of senior journalists at his residence in Petra Jaya here last night. Among those present were Malaysian National News Agency (BERNAMA) chairman Datuk Seri Wong Chun Wai and his […]

TYT Wan Junaidi committed to leading Sarawak forward

KUCHING: Tun Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar has expressed his commitment to fulfilling his responsibilities as the newly appointed Sarawak Governor. Speaking with the New Sarawak Tribune, Wan Junaidi stated his intention to continue serving the people of Sarawak. “After enduring a period of speculation and anticipation, today, by the Grace of Allah Subhanahu Wata’ala, […]

Deputy premier coy on next Governor’s appointment

KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian was tight-lipped when asked about the possible appointment of a new Sarawak Governor. He however revealed that Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is currently in the nation’s capital in Kuala Lumpur. “Next time; next time, I (will) explain (about the appointment), Premier […]

Wan Junaidi’s daughter weds

KUCHING: A grand wedding reception of the second daughter of Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law) Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar saw a full house of guests attending it at the Grand Hall of the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) on Saturday night (Sept 10). The wedding of the newlyweds, Sharifah […]

Ministers agree with drafting of bill

KUCHING: The Council of Ministers has agreed in principle with the drafting of the Political Contribution Bill. According to Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law) Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, the basic scope of the bill was presented in the Cabinet meeting on Sept 7. He said that he would follow […]

EC decides who is eligible to contest

KUCHING: Existing provisions empower the Election Commission with the authority to decide who is eligible to contest in elections. So the decision on whether an individual undergoing trial in court is qualified to contest rests with the EC. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law) Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said the […]

Separation of PP from AG needs study

KUCHING: A comprehensive study has to be done before any decision is made on the separation of the role and position of the Public Prosecutor from the Attorney General. According to Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law) Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, this would include its implications for the government. “This […]

Wan Junaidi keen on Bako urban renewal

KUCHING: Santubong MP Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar plans to carry out an Urban Renewal Development Programme in the Bako area, similar to that of the Darul Hana Resettlement Scheme. He said Kampung Bako in particular is one of the earliest traditional Malay villages and a mechanism must be implemented to develop the […]

Anti-hop bill awaits royal assent

KUCHING: The Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2022, on prohibition of MPs party-hopping, has been presented to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and is expected to come into force in mid-September. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law) Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said the bill was presented to His Majesty two days ago and […]