June, 2026
Sebastian Ting: Water supply situation remains stable as residents prepare for pipeline shutdown
Piasau Assemblyman Datuk Sebastian Ting said the supply of drinking water at supermarkets and retail outlets in Miri remains generally sufficient despite increased demand following the announcement of the upcoming water pipeline shutdown. Ting said he visited several supermarkets and retail outlets on Wednesday morning to assess the availability of drinking water supplies and the preparedness of residents ahead of the temporary disruption. “Based on my observations, most outlets still have sufficient stocks of drinking water available, although some are currently awaiting restocking from their suppliers,” he said. According toRead More
陈超耀了解饮用水供应情况
砂人联党卑尔骚区议员陈超耀指出，美里多家超级市场及零售商店目前仍有足够饮用水供应，市民在水管维修停水前陆续购买饮用水及日常必需品，整体情况仍然有序。 他今早走访数家超级市场及零售商店，了解砂水务管理公司宣布水管关闭维修后的饮用水供应情况。 陈超耀表示，根据现场观察，大多数商店仍有足够饮用水存货，惟部分商店正等待供应商补货。 他说，在官方确认并宣布停水安排后，部分居民开始购买饮用水和其他必需品，作为预防措施。 陈超耀指出，砂水务管理公司早在5月26日发现水管渗漏后，已采取早期行动，规划维修工程、协调应对措施，并发出公众通告。 他说，这也让居民、商家及各机构有足够时间为暂时性停水作好准备。 他表示，目前情况保持稳定，大多数民众也已为短暂停水做好准备。 陈超耀希望维修工程顺利进行，并尽快完成水供恢复工作。 他也呼吁民众保持冷静，继续配合相关单位安排，并在这段期间互相支持。 “只要大家保持冷静、互相合作，我们一定能够一起度过这项挑战。”
Sarawak should continue prioritising stability, unity and development, says Wilfred Yap
Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap has called on Sarawakians to continue supporting leadership that prioritises stability, development and the long term interests of the state as preparations gradually begin ahead of the next State Election. Yap said it was natural for political activity to increase as elections draw nearer, with various political parties and individuals becoming more visible in local communities. However, he encouraged voters to assess representatives based on their consistent service and track record rather than activities that emerge only during election periods. “Sarawakians deserve leaders who remainRead More
MPP refutes claim of reduced waste collection frequency at Batu Kawa Old Bazaar
Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) Chairman Tan Kai has refuted allegations made by Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen that waste collection frequency at Batu Kawa Old Bazaar had been reduced. Tan said MPP immediately held an ad hoc discussion with Trienekens (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd following the allegation to verify the matter. Based on inspections on the ground and reports submitted by the service provider, waste collection at the area remains unchanged at twice a week, every Wednesday and Saturday. “The statement appears to be based on hearsay and is not supportedRead More
Drainage upgrading works at Taman Happy Valley
Kota Sentosa Assemblyman Wilfred Yap Yau Sin conducted a site inspection at the ongoing drainage upgrading project costing RM2.53 million in Taman Happy Valley to monitor the progress of works and ensure that the project is proceeding according to schedule. Yap said he was pleased to note that the construction works are progressing as planned and that the project remains on track for completion within the stipulated timeframe. He stressed that continuous monitoring is essential to ensure that public projects are implemented efficiently and deliver the intended benefits to residents.Read More
郑莉薲：出席对话符合规则与国际交流规范
古晋水务局董事郑莉薲指出，她受邀前往中国黄山市参加2026世界市长对话·黄山活动，是基于主办方正式书面邀请，并非以市长身份冒名出席，整个过程符合活动规则与国际交流规范。 她今日发文告回应砂民主行动党朋岭区议员杨薇讳在社交媒体上的质疑时说，2026世界市长对话·黄山由黄山市人民政府主办，是一场以非物质文化遗产保护传承、城市协同发展为核心的国际交流活动。 她表示，该活动参会群体多元，包括全球各地城市管理者、公共机构代表、专家学者及文化从业者，共同探讨城市治理、文化保护、文旅融合与国际合作等议题，参会资格并非仅限市长。 郑莉薲说，她是在收到主办方正式书面邀请后出席活动，全程严格遵守活动规则与国际交流规范。 她指出，主办方事后也发来感谢信，肯定她在深化双方友好交流中所作出的努力。 她表示，这份邀约并非偶然，因为过去10余年来，她一直参与和推动砂拉越与中国之间的友好交流工作。 郑莉薲说，她任职巴达旺市议员期间，全程参与并推动巴达旺市议会与黄石、烟台及临沂缔结友好城市；在砂拉越与山东省共建友好省关系过程中，也深度参与协调与对接工作。 她指出，过去8年，她也牵头协助巴达旺市议会对接海南海口经济学院，落实全额奖学金招生项目，先后输送50余名本地学子赴华求学，目前已有近30名毕业生学成返乡并在本地发展。 她说，多年来持续耕耘，让砂中两地建立起稳固沟通桥梁与合作基础。 郑莉薲表示，她近年来也持续推广砂拉越文旅产业及第二家园计划，向国际展示砂拉越独特自然风貌、多元文化与发展潜力。 她说，正是基于长期推动砂中合作及积极对外宣传砂拉越的工作积累，主办方才主动向她发出参会邀请。 针对身份问题，郑莉薲指出，她的古晋水务局董事委任合约于2026年5月底到期，而有关活动在2026年5月30日结束，时间节点正规。 她说，她以现任古晋水务局董事身份受邀出访并宣传砂拉越，合规合理。 她也强调，本次参会所有费用均由黄山市人民政府承担，砂政府及她个人无需承担任何开支。 “零成本登上国际舞台推介砂拉越，难道不应该感到骄傲吗？” 郑莉薲表示，她十分珍视这次国际交流机会，一方面可学习世界各地在城市管理、文化保育、民生服务及可持续发展等领域的先进经验，另一方面也可借助平台向全球友人展示砂拉越发展成果、人文魅力、投资及旅游优势。 她指出，在全球化背景下，参与正规和建设性的国际交流，是助力地方发展的有效途径。 她说，无论以何种身份参会，只要能够为砂拉越发声、拓展国际人脉及创造发展机遇，都应获得支持。 郑莉薲表示，她始终秉持初心，尽己所能向世界推介砂拉越，让更多人认识、了解并走进砂拉越，为砂拉越争取更多发展可能。 她也感谢杨薇讳及社会各界的关注与监督，并表示未来将继续坚守岗位，推动砂中友好往来与民间交流。 她说，她也会继续积极参与有益的国际活动，把先进理念与合作资源带回砂拉越，为砂拉越发展贡献力量。
New fire hydrant installed at Jalan Ketitir after years of community advocacy
Padawan Municipal Councillor Gerald Goh has welcomed the installation of a new fire hydrant at Jalan Ketitir, describing it as the result of more than two decades of persistent advocacy by residents and continuous efforts by community leaders. Goh said resident Chai Chien Sheng had been raising concerns about the lack of functional fire hydrants in the area for over 20 years. Although three hydrants originally served the neighbourhood, all had gradually become non operational, prompting numerous reports and appeals to restore the facilities. Recognising the importance of public safety,Read More
Datuk Sebastian Ting receives Outstanding Tourism Pioneer Award
Datuk Sebastian Ting, Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak, has been awarded the Seoul International Travel Fair (SITF) Outstanding Tourism Pioneer Award in recognition of his contributions to tourism development. According to TVS, the award was presented during a ceremony held on June 4 at Il Hwa Dang, Samcheonggak in Seoul, South Korea, in conjunction with the 41st anniversary celebration of the Seoul International Travel Fair. The award recognises leaders who have made a significant impact on the development of the global tourism industry and acknowledgesRead More
RTP 2027 drainage upgrade proposed for Jalan Hui Sing Lorong 5/2 and 5/4
Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap Yau Sin has conducted a site visit together with officers from Kuching South City Council (MBKS) to inspect a proposed drainage upgrading project at the back lane of Jalan Hui Sing Lorong 5/2 and Lorong 5/4 under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) 2027. According to Yap, the visit was carried out following requests and complaints from residents regarding the poor condition of the back lane and the existing drainage system, which have raised concerns over environmental hygiene, water flow and long term maintenance. He said theRead More
许徳婉：雪州非伊斯兰宗教场所规划指南引起关注
近日雪兰莪州政府通过的非伊斯兰宗教场所规划指南引发社会广泛关注与争议，相关指南涉及限制非伊斯兰宗教场所设立地点及附加条件的内容，引起部分长期认同行动党主张多元文化与宗教自由的民众质疑。 人联党中央妇女组主席兼砂总理政治秘书许德婉认为，砂行动党有责任向砂民清楚交代其立场。 她指出，行动党长期以来以捍卫多元文化、宗教自由及公平对待各族群与各宗教为政治理念，并以此获得华社及非穆斯林社会支持，但如今在其参与执政的州属却出现具争议性的政策，自然引发质疑。 她表示，雪兰莪州政府是在行动党参与执政下通过有关规划指南，因此必须回答，这是否就是行动党一贯的价值观。 “如果是，那么过去对华社及非穆斯林社会的承诺是否只是竞选口号？” “如果不是，为何行动党雪兰莪州议员允许如此具争议性的政策静悄悄通过？” 她强调，砂民更关注的是，行动党参与执政州政府所推行的政策，是否反映其真实立场。 她因此呼吁砂行动党必须清楚说明，是否认同有关政策方向，以及是否接受对非伊斯兰宗教场所设立地点及附加条件的限制。 她说，砂行动党不应继续保持沉默，若不认同应公开表达立场并向中央施压要求撤回；若认同，也应坦诚解释理由，而非在砂拉越高举监督制衡旗帜，却在面对同党执政州属争议政策时避而不谈。 她指出，砂拉越长期以来以多元宗教与族群和谐共处为荣，并透过UNIFOR等机制协助不同宗教团体改善设施与发展，体现包容精神。 她强调，砂民更希望看到促进理解与包容的政策，而非增加限制或制造疑虑的措施。 她呼吁砂行动党正面回应社会关切，并明确说明是否认同雪州有关非伊斯兰宗教场所规划指南的方向，同时质疑其所谓“自主性”是否真正落实在实际政治立场之中。
陈超耀荣获杰出旅游先锋奖
砂拉越旅游、创意产业及表演艺术副部长拿督陈超耀获颁首尔国际旅游展（SITF）“杰出旅游先锋奖”，以表彰他对旅游业发展的贡献。 据TVS报道，该奖项于6月4日在韩国首尔三清阁（Il-Hwa-Dang, Samcheonggak）举行的颁奖典礼上颁发，以配合首尔国际旅游展第41周年庆典。 该奖项旨在表彰对全球旅游业发展具有重要影响力的领导者，以肯定他们在推动可持续及包容性旅游发展方面所作出的贡献。 该奖项每年颁发给来自韩国及海外的杰出人士，由SITF旅游奖评审委员会经过严格评选后选出。 今年共有7位得奖者获得该荣誉，包括来自韩国及其他国家的旅游界代表，其中也包括斯里兰卡旅游副部长 Ruwan Ranasinghe。 此次获奖肯定了陈超耀在推广砂拉越作为旅游目的地方面的努力，以及他推动砂州旅游业在国际舞台发展的各项举措。 首尔国际旅游展至今已迈入第41届，已成为韩国最具代表性的旅游展会之一，为全球旅游业者提供交流平台，推动国际旅游合作与发展。
Public urged not to borrow from illegal money lenders
Kota Sentosa Assemblyman Wilfred Yap Yau Sin accompanied a husband and wife from his constituency to meet Kuching District Police Chief, Alexson Naga Chabu, regarding a series of threats and acts of arson allegedly committed by illegal moneylenders against the family. The couple has lodged five (5) police reports concerning the matter, which allegedly arose from a loan of RM7,000 taken by their son from illegal moneylenders. According to the family, the illegal moneylenders are now demanding approximately RM30,000 as settlement and have resorted to intimidation, threatening messages, and actsRead More
SUPP at 67 anniversary
Sentosa Assemblyman, Wilfred Yap said today marks the 67th Anniversary of the Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP), a significant milestone in the history of Sarawak’s oldest political party. He said for 67 years, SUPP has remained steadfast in its mission to serve the people of Sarawak and to champion policies that are fair, inclusive, moderate, and beneficial to all communities regardless of race, religion, or background. Since its founding in 1959, SUPP has consistently fought to ensure that every Sarawakian has a place in our state’s development and progress. “ThroughoutRead More
Missing Kuching man safely returns from China, says Milton Foo
A 38 year old Kuching man who was reported missing in China has safely returned to Malaysia and reunited with his family, according to SUPP Public Complaints Bureau chief Milton Foo. Foo said the case, which prompted a public appeal for assistance on Jan 5, 2026, was successfully resolved through the coordinated efforts of Malaysian and Chinese authorities. He explained that after the family lodged reports with the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Sarawak Office in December last year, the matter was pursued through officialRead More
