Sarawak

Anwar hails Brunei Sultan’s unwavering support, pledges to strengthen Malaysia-Brunei ties

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Anwar hails Brunei Sultan’s unwavering support, pledges to strengthen Malaysia-Brunei ties

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Visiting Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim highlighted the profound significance of the personal rapport demonstrated by Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei, stating that this bond will be carefully cultivated to strengthen the ties between Malaysia and Brunei. Anwar expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Sultan for the warm relationship, recalling … Read more

Fly the Jalur Gemilang all year round, not just in August, urges DPM Fadillah

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Fly the Jalur Gemilang all year round, not just in August, urges DPM Fadillah

KUCHING: Malaysians should take pride in flying the Jalur Gemilang all year-round, regardless of the season, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Fadillah, who is also Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister, said patriotic spirit should be a continuous expression, not limited to specific occasions. “Looking at other countries, such as the United … Read more

‘Durian Prince’ Danny Ho reigns at Hotel Icon with menu that lets the pungent fruit shine

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‘Durian Prince’ Danny Ho reigns at Hotel Icon with menu that lets the pungent fruit shine

“The media picked up on the prince title, so I thought I would have some fun with it,” he says. Chef Danny Ho at Hotel Icon in Tsim Sha Tsui. He is known as the “Durian Prince”. Photo: Xiaomei Chen Branding, it seems, is one of Ho’s strong points – he has created a regal … Read more

Commentary: Sarawak offers Malaysia lessons in managing diversity

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Commentary: Sarawak offers Malaysia lessons in managing diversity

It is not widely known that, on May 14, 1991, Sarawak became Malaysia’s first state to introduce a complete set of Syariah laws, including ordinances on criminal and civil procedures, criminal offences and family law. However, as Sarawak premier Abang Johari  has continued to emphasise, Sarawak is a multi-religious and multi-racial state that would protect … Read more

Sarawak aims to provide world-class education facilities, says state’s Premier

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Sarawak aims to provide world-class education facilities, says state’s Premier

KUCHING: Sarawak aims to provide world-class education facilities to pursue new knowledge and novel technologies, says Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg. The Premier said it was important for Sarawakians to gain the latest knowledge and contribute to the state’s economic transformation. “The desire of the state government is to provide world-class facilities for students. This … Read more

Kumang Gawai not demeaning but a proud cultural showcase, says Nanta

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Kumang Gawai not demeaning but a proud cultural showcase, says Nanta

SIBU: The Kumang Gawai pageant is a showcase for Iban cultural heritage and is in no way demeaning to the community’s womenfolk, says Kapit MP Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. “This contest does not centre on whether or not the participants are pretty. “This is where we exhibit our ‘ngepan’ (Iban women’s traditional costume), ‘sugu … Read more

Five major events planned for Hari Gawai, says S’wak minister

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Five major events planned for Hari Gawai, says S’wak minister

KUCHING: Sarawak will celebrate Hari Gawai with five major events led by the Bidayuh community this year. State Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah said the celebration would kick off with a Gawai Dayak bazaar at MJC New Township here from May 16 to 26. He said the bazaar provided a … Read more

Commercial crime cases a cause for concern, says Sarawak top cop

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Commercial crime cases a cause for concern, says Sarawak top cop

SIBU: Commercial crime, which involves huge losses, is a cause for concern in Sarawak. “A form of crime that is quite worrying of late is commercial crime or fraud involving thousands and even millions of ringgit in losses. “The police, through the Sarawak Commercial Crime Investigation Department, is responsible for investigating commercial crime cases such … Read more