Sarawak election: Seven incumbents from SUPP to defend seats - Ting
SUPP will be submitting the names of the seven assemblymen to GPS chairman, Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg soon.
Sat Nov 06 2021
EC notified of Sarawak Emergency revocation, to hold special meeting
The EC has received official notification from Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg regarding the revocation of the Emergency Proclamation for Sarawak yesterday.
Thu Nov 04 2021
Sarawak will continue to prioritise sustainability in development agenda - Abang Jo
The Sarawak government will continue to prioritise sustainability in its development agenda, said Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg.
Thu Nov 04 2021
State election not discussed with Sultan Nazrin, only COVID-19 matters - Abang Johari
Sarawak Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg said they only discussed matters relating to COVID-19 and not the 12th Sarawak state election.
Thu Oct 21 2021
Vaccination programme: Sarawak covers nearly all of its remote areas
The vaccination outreach programme in Sarawak has covered nearly all of the state's remote areas, said Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg.
Sat Jul 31 2021
Sarawak Day: Strengthen solidarity, reject division - CM
The people of Sarawak should work together to cultivate the spirit of solidarity to strengthen unity and harmony in the state, said Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg.
Thu Jul 22 2021
S'wak govt optimistic state polls will be held once emergency lifted
Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg said the emergency was declared in accordance with provisions in the Federal Constitution, and Sarawak accepts this.
Thu Jan 14 2021
Petronas, Sarawak agreement to stimulate OG industry development - PMO
The commercial settlement agreement signed between the Sarawak government and Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) today will further stimulate the development of the oil and gas (OG) industry
Mon Dec 07 2020
RM9.8 bln budget for Sarawak next year - Abang Johari
Sarawak Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg today announced a budget of RM9.832 billion for 2021 as the state government will continue to emphasise on development next year.
Mon Nov 09 2020
No rush to call for state election for now - Sarawak CM
Sarawak Chief Minister, Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg today said that he was in no rush to call for the state election, particularly with the surge in the number of COVID-19 cases now.
Tue Nov 03 2020
Abang Johari to consider public health, new mandate before calling for Sarawak election
Sarawak Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg today said that he is weighing between public health and the need to get a new mandate before calling for the state election.
Fri Oct 23 2020
COVID-19: Sarawak allocates another RM104.84 mln to alleviate people's burden
The Sarawak government has allocated RM104.84 million to implement its fourth phase of assistance for the people in the state, dubbed Bantuan Khas Sarawakku Sayang 4.0 (BKSS 4.0).
Fri Oct 23 2020
S'wak remains focussed on becoming high-income state by 2030 - CM
Sarawak remains focused on achieving its target of becoming a high-income and developed state by 2030, says Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg.
Sun Oct 11 2020
Facebook founder's sister inspires Abang Johari on orang utan's role in fighting viruses
Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg revealed his sketch of an orang utan with a message that healthy living can fight viruses.
Thu Oct 08 2020
Considering Sarawak to be parochial won't help in unification of country - Abang Johari
Sarawak Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg has described actions considering the state as being parochial or regional do not help in the unification of the country.
Thu Sep 17 2020
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024