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Sarawak Premier calls for Chinese chambers' partnership to accelerate state's transformation

Kuching · Kuching

Sarawak Premier calls for Chinese chambers' partnership to accelerate state's transformation

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KUCHING: Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg today called upon the Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sarawak (ACCCIS) to forge a closer partnership with the state government to accelerate Sarawak’s economic growth. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd Read Article

Tupong assemblyman wins FAS president's post unopposed

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Tupong assemblyman wins FAS president's post unopposed

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KUCHING: Tupong assemblyman Datuk Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman was today elected unopposed as the new president of the Football Association of Sarawak (FAS) for the 2025-2027 term after sports consultant Dr Mohammed Syafiq Abdullah withdrew from contesting at the FAS annual general meeting (AGM) here. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd See the Story

‘Trash To Hope’: MBKS Champions Green Action Through Community Spirit at Environmental Day 2025

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‘Trash To Hope’: MBKS Champions Green Action Through Community Spirit at Environmental Day 2025

By Shikin Louis KUCHING, June 14: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) is driving home the message of sustainability with this year’s MBKS Environmental Day 2025, themed ‘Trash To Hope’, which saw a vibrant turnout at Dewan Masyarakat MBKS today. Officiated by MBKS Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng, the event, held in conjunction with World Environment Day, was a rallying call for urgent and united environmental action across all levels of society. “This ye…See the Story

SST Uncertainty Hits Imported Fruit Trade

The upcoming amendment to Malaysia's Sales and Service Tax (SST), set to take effect on July 1, 2025, is expected to reshape the country's fruit sector, especially for pineapples, while raising concerns among importers and consumers of foreign fruit. According to Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali, Chairman of the…Kuching · Kuching See the Story

PBDS to PBK: Focus on own agenda, stop using Dayak cause for political mileage

By DayakDaily Team KUCHING, June 15: Parti Bansa Dayak Sarawak (PBDS) has urged Parti Bumi Kenyalang (PBK) to focus on its own agenda and to avoid using the Dayak cause as a political leverage point to gain popularity or score political mileage. In a press statement, PBDS permanent chairman, Dr John Brian Anthony, said that the party had taken note of recent comments and gestures by PBK, which appear to express support for certain positions they…Kuching · Kuching Read Article

Sarawak to develop new homes, roads to expand Kpg Sejijak and Paroh

By Shikin Louis KUCHING, June 15: The Sarawak government is planning to develop new housing and road infrastructure to expand Kampung Sejijak and Kampung Paroh in response to growing population needs and to better connect the area with surrounding townships. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the development plan includes opening up 30 acres of land for a new housing scheme that will benefit local residents, particularly …Housing · Kuching Read Article

Free port, trade zone could boost Sarawak’s economic and geopolitical position – Business chambers

by DayakDaily Team KUCHING, June 15: The Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sarawak (ACCCIS) has proposed that the Sarawak government consider the establishment a free port or free trade zone as it could significantly strengthen the State’s economy and regional influence. According to a news report from New Sarawak Tribune, ACCCIS’ president Kong Chiong Ung highlighted that the proposal is particularly timely, especially wit…Kuching · Kuching Read Article

Dudong rep allocates RM100,000 to upgrade, repair Rh Simon Ason in Sibu

By DayakDaily Team KUCHING, June 15: Dudong assemblyman Dato Seri Tiong King Sing has announced an allocation of RM100,000 to upgrade and repair Rumah (Rh) Simon Ason in Sibu. In a TVS report, Tiong said the allocation, under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) project, will be channelled as soon as a Tuai Rumah (longhouse chief) and village, security, and development committee (JKKK) has been appointed. “At the moment, we are facing legal …Sibu · Sibu Read Article

‘Devt goes beyond mega projects’: Kapit MP presents RM654k in assistance to over 40 recipients

By DayakDaily Team KUCHING, June 15: Kapit MP Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi has presented RM654,000 in assistance to over 40 recipients from various segments of the community, including schools, churches, temples, youth associations, village committees, and individuals in need of welfare support. In a Facebook post, he said he hoped to empower each recipient in their role to uplift the community, whether through education, unity, spirituality,…Kapit · Kapit Read Article

Over 2,000 runners take on HSL Samarahan Marathon 2025

By Nancy Nais KUCHING, June 15: Over 2,000 locals, including foreign participants from Kenya, China, Singapore, South Korea, Indonesia, and Brunei Darussalam, participated in the HSL Samarahan Marathon 2025. The two-day fitness festival, held on June 14 and 15, offered a total prize pool of RM40,000, featuring full-distance (42km) and half-distance (21km) events for open and veteran categories in both men’s and women’s categories, as well as an …Sports · Kota Samarahan Read Article

Seven anglers float for four hours after boat sinks off Santubong

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KUCHING: Seven anglers were left adrift at sea for nearly four hours after their boat sank off the northern coast of Tanjung Po in Santubong yesterday afternoon. © New Straits Times Press (M) BhdKuching · Kuching Read Article