KUCHING: The RM12.9 billion Sarawak Budget 2026 reflects the state government’s commitment to sustaining stable economic growth while ensuring the well-being of its people. The main focus of the budget is on the development of basic infrastructure, digital transformation, renewable energy—including the aspiration to become a leader in green hydrogen—and
SAMARAHAN: Sarawakian citizenship matters should be determined by the state government and not merely fall under the jurisdiction of the federal government, said the Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar. According to Wan Junaidi, the call for Sarawak to have total power to decide on
KUCHING: Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are urged to be bolder in seizing the vast opportunities available within the rapidly growing global halal industry. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said the halal market carries enormous value, encompassing not only food and beverages but also pharmaceuticals, fashion, cosmetics,
KUCHING: Sarawak has proven its capability to manage the Sarawak–Malaysia My Second Home (S-MM2H) Programme independently, having recorded an increase in applications of more than 90 per cent since taking over full management from the federal government. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman
AT the base of a historic statue of Nathan Hale, which stands outside the original headquarters of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in Langley, Virginia, United States (US), lay a small but curious discovery – three Malaysian coins: a 20 sen coin from 2018, a 10 sen coin from 2017,
KUCHING: Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Song Kheng Hai has made history by qualifying, for the very first time, to represent Malaysia in the international-level competition, ASEAN My Cyber Hero 2025, which will take place at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre. The grand final, scheduled for July 1, will see the school
LIMBANG: The government has, in principle, agreed to build a new Customs, Immigration and Quarantine (CIQ) Complex near Kampung Pendam which is located close to the border with Brunei Darussalam. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the CIQ was essential for enhancing cross-border connectivity, strengthening security
KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) must be prepared to face new political challenges, particularly the shifting voting patterns of young voters brought about by the automatic voter registration system. Premier and Deputy President Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said this is important as the number of voters in Sarawak
KUCHING: The youth of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) plays a crucial role in continuing the noble struggle for the unity of the people, strengthening the harmony of various races, and upholding Sarawak’s rights, especially in the context of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). Party’s outgoing youth chief Miro Simuh said
KUCHING: The rainy weather did not dampen the spirit of 600 legal practitioners from within and outside the country who enlivened the opening procession of the Legal Year for Sabah and Sarawak 2025 held here today (Jan 10). The 1.1km procession from the Old Courthouse to the Hikmah Exchange Event
