KUCHING: Sarawak and Sabah will continue to seriously look into negotiations to claim their rights enshrined in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) from the federal government. Sabah Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Dr Jeffrey G. Kitingan said there are 29 issues or matters that the two states are negotiating
KUCHING: The federal government needs to have a good understanding of the law and carry out a comprehensive study regarding the rights of Sarawak and Sabah based on the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap said this is important because provisions under MA63 must be implemented effectively,
JUST mention ‘umai’ and one immediately thinks of Mukah, where this traditional dish of the Melanau people originates. The taste of fresh fish, served with mixed sambal complete with sliced onions, salt, and a squeeze of calamansi lime juice, creates a unique aroma and flavour. Visitors surely will not miss
KUCHING: Charity events in Sarawak reflect the community’s concern for the less fortunate in the state. In stating this, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr. Sim Kui Hian said this spirit of charity is evident in the numerous fundraising activities such as the charity runs held almost every weekend. He said
BAU: The Bau District is set to have a new attraction with plans to establish the Bau-China Friendship Park. Tasik Biru assemblyman, Datuk Henry Harry Jinep, said the effort is in line with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Malaysia and China this year. He said it is appropriate
BAU: Bau will become a transit hub for tourism and communication on completion of the Immigration, Customs, Quarantine, and Security Complex (ICQS) at Serikin. Tasik Biru assemblyman Datuk Henry Harry Jinep, said a fund of RM50 million has been approved by the federal government to implement the project. He said
KUCHING: Corporate companies and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are encouraged to work with the National Welfare Foundation (YKN) to provide assistance to the community in need, especially the asnaf group. Minister of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said such cooperation can provide benefits not only to
KUCHING: Education Director-General Azman Adnan has assured that the shortage of about 2,000 teachers in Sarawak will be addressed periodically beginning next month. He said new appointments would then be made by the Ministry of Education (MoE). “By April, 6,000 teachers will be brought in through a Contract of Service
KOTA SAMARAHAN: A shortage of classrooms faced by a primary school here will be given due attention. Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah said the Sarawak government is always striving to help improve infrastructure facilities at schools in need. “Although policies and other matters regarding schools
SIBURAN: The exchanging of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders for Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) cylinders should not be politicised. Puncak Borneo MP Datuk Willie Mongin said this is crucial to prevent it from becoming a community problem. He said it is therefore important for all parties to provide clear explanations
