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theborneopost.com | Churchill Edward
KUCHING (April 17): Sarawak Democratic Action Party (DAP) chairman Chong Chieng Jen is demanding explanations for the prolonged delay and ballooning cost of the 4.4km Jalan Matang Baru Phase 2 road upgrading project. Initially scheduled for completion in March 2021, the project began in March 2019 but is now expected to finish in August 2026 – a delay of six and a half years.
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theborneopost.com | Churchill Edward
KUCHING (April 17): A resident is displeased with the plan to shelve the Sarawak Urban Stormwater Management (Sustom) pond to pave way for the restoration of the old nurses’ quarters at Jalan Crookshank here. While Tan Peik Yuen expressed deep admiration for the desire and passion to preserve heritage buildings like the old nurses’ quarters, she is unclear on what economic savings it would bring to the community.
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theborneopost.com | Churchill Edward
KUCHING (April 16): Sarawak debuted the Sarawak Pavilion and revamped ‘Tribe Legacy Sarawak’ campaign at The Meetings Show Asia Pacific (TMS APAC) 2025 in Singapore today. According to state Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah in a statement, these two launches reflect Sarawak’s bold aspirations and unwavering commitment to progress. “Today marks another significant milestone for Sarawak in the global business events landscape.
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theborneopost.com | Churchill Edward
KUCHING (April 16): The Ministry of Natural Resources and Urban Development expects first production for the SK433 Adong Kechil West (AKW) onshore drilling project in Miri by next year. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, who is Second Minister of Natural Resources and Urban Development, confirmed this in a press statement today.
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theborneopost.com | Churchill Edward
KUCHING (April 14): The State Attorney General’s Chambers is finalising an Ordinance to enable the creation of Sarawak’s own Fisheries Department to improve food security, said Dato Sri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom. The Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development Minister said the Ordinance will be tabled within this year; either during the May or November State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting.
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theborneopost.com | Churchill Edward
KUCHING (April 12): The Democratic Action Party (DAP) Sarawak yesterday handed over a financial assistance of RM1,500 each to two children from Kuching Salvation Army, who had been offered nursing scholarships by Singapore Ngee Ann Polytechnic. Lim Wee Nee and Glent Esly are both from single-parent families and have grown up in the Salvation Army Home, said DAP Sarawak chairman Chong Chieng Jen, who is Stampin MP and also Padungan assemblyman, in a press statement yesterday.
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theborneopost.com | Churchill Edward
KUCHING (April 12): It is important to not confuse the voters by announcing a candidate for the state election last minute, says Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Kuching branch chairperson Datuk Lily Yong. She highlighted this in an interview with See Hua Daily News and The Borneo Post here yesterday. Adding on, Yong said the SUPP should have learned from its past mistake of introducing its potential candidate for the Padungan seat at the very last minute.
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theborneopost.com | Churchill Edward
KUCHING (April 11): An additional Rural Transformation Project (RTP) allocation of RM300,000 has been approved to fund the upgrading of the Kota Sentosa health clinic here, said Wilfred Yap. The Kota Sentosa assemblyman said the additional funds will go towards the construction of a covered motorcycle parking area; upgrading the administrative office and meeting room; installing awnings and motorised roller shutter; mechanical and electrical works; general repairs; and painting works.
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2 weeks ago | 
theborneopost.com | Churchill Edward
KUCHING (April 10): The Dayak Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) is closely monitoring the impact of newly proposed and implemented United States (US) tariffs on a wide range of imports, particularly those originating from Malaysia. In a statement today, DCCI emphasised that the US remains a crucial trading partner for both Malaysia and Sarawak, and the latest trade developments pose significant challenges—but also open the door to new opportunities for the local business community.
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theborneopost.com | Churchill Edward
SPAOH (April 10): Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Embas has urged students in rural areas to master the English language to better equip themselves for the challenges of the globalised world after leaving school. Speaking at the closing of the English Language Carnival at SK Nanga Gayau today, the Bukit Saban assemblyman emphasised that proficiency in English would provide students with a significant competitive edge.
