KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government rejects Opposition claims that the RM900mil sukuk funds raised by state-owned SMJ Energy Sdn Bhd (SMJE) had the hallmarks of another 1MDB scandal, says Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun. Taking on the Opposition, including Parti Warisan president Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal, the state Finance Minister said the Opposition and individuals spreading...
IPOH: The state government will discuss the proposal to move Sekolah Raja Perempuan Taayah from here to Seri Iskandar with the relevant stakeholders, says Perak Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad. He said that as of now, the state has yet to make any stand or decision on the matter. "It has not come to my attention...
KUCHING: Sarawak is seeking financial assistance from the Federal Government for rice irrigation in the Stumbin, Lingga, and Tanjung Bijat areas, says Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg. The Premier said about RM1bil was needed to irrigate 10,000 hectares of rice production, which Sarawak was developing in the area. He said the state government was ready to match...
KUCHING: Sarawak is moving forward in pursuing green energy with the launch of an electrolyser assembly and distribution facility, which will boost hydrogen production, says Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg. He said the facility would produce electrolysers to facilitate the conversion of water molecules into hydrogen. "This is a game changer in the process of producing...
KUCHING: Gawai Dayak is a time for Sarawakians to celebrate their unity and harmony, says Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah (pic). He said unity was the driving force behind Sarawak's political stability, progress and economic development. "Let us, during this festive season, celebrate the existing unity, harmony and cooperation among us all, in sync with our...
KUCHING: Sarawak is gaining ground as a venue to host international events in tandem with its tourism development, says Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The state Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister said new happenings were coming to Sarawak alongside established events like the Rainforest World Music Festival and Borneo Jazz Festival. "These events contribute...
A good teacher inspires and few people are as inspiring as Cikgu Tarmizi. Some teachers touch the lives of their students in the most special ways. A teacher in Sarawak, Malaysia, recently had the brilliant idea to give his classroom a total makeover, transforming the otherwise drab place into a chic cafe. Kelantan native Muhamad Tarmizi Awang, known as Cikgu Tarmizi...
KUCHING: Sarawak has approved the introduction of state sales tax (SST) on the export of ferroalloys and polysilicon as part of efforts to diversify revenue sources, says Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah. The Deputy Premier said the tax would be imposed at the rate of 1.5% effective Sept 1 this year. "This is a fair and reasonable rate...
KUCHING: The use of English as a medium of instruction will be extended to secondary schools in Sarawak, says a state deputy minister. State Deputy Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee said this was one of several key points agreed to by the federal Education Ministry on the devolution of power in...
KUCHING: Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg on Sunday (April 28) said that prospective investors must deposit at least RM2mil or purchase property worth not less than RM1.5mil to obtain permanent residency (PR) in the state. He said that many investors had started to view Sarawak as a "jewel," as the state's economic performance...
