Kota Sentosa State assemblyman Wilfred Yap has called out the Democratic Action Party (DAP) over what he described as a failure to deliver justice for the late Teoh Beng Hock, despite holding power in the federal government. Referring to the recent public apology issued by DAP Secretary-General Anthony Loke to Teoh’s family, Yap said that while the gesture may appear sincere, it rings hollow without concrete action. “Now that DAP holds Cabinet positions and wields real power, an apology alone is meaningless without follow-through. Justice demands results, not rhetoric,” heRead More

Sarawak must never lose its voice or bargaining power within the Malaysian Federation, said Batu Kitang assemblyman YB Dato Ir Lo Khere Chiang, who stressed that the recent increase of 17 seats in the State Legislative Assembly is both constitutional and necessary to address rural underrepresentation. In his Sarawak Independence Day message, Lo reminded that on 22 July 1963, Sarawak regained self-governance from the British, an important historical moment that marked the return of power to the people of Sarawak, not Malaya or Putrajaya. “On this day 62 years ago,Read More

Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) Chairman, Councillor Tan Kai, has announced that toilet renovation works at the Sungai Maong (3rd Mile) Wet Market will begin on July 21 this month. To prepare for the works, Tan Kai disclosed that a high-quality temporary toilet has already been installed and is now open for use by the public and market hawkers. He said the two-day trial period for the temporary facility will help ensure that it meets users’ needs before the permanent toilets are closed for renovation. The upgrading of the existing toiletsRead More

Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the first off-site green hydrogen station in Sarawak, produced at Darul Hana, is now undergoing testing at the second PETROS Multifuel Station in Batu Kawa, which offers petrol, EV charging, and hydrogen refuelling facilities. “The station is expected to open soon, pending final paperwork clearance from the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) in Kuala Lumpur,” he said. Dr Sim noted that SEDC Energy (SEDCE) is leading the development of Sarawak’s hydrogen economy by establishing essential hydrogen refuellingRead More

Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) Chairman Cr Tan Kai has dismissed allegations by Mr Michael Kong, Special Assistant to Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen, over the condition of road access and waste collection services at Lot 895, Jalan Kung Phin. In a statement issued, Tan Kai clarified that infrastructure upgrades, including road works, are subject to technical evaluations, land ownership status, and availability of funding. He said some portions of the road mentioned are situated on private land, which legally restricts the Council from using assessment rate funds for upgrades. “WeRead More

Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap has extended his support to the Sarawak Chess Association with a Minor Rural Project (MRP) grant of RM5,000 to aid in its efforts to promote and develop the game throughout the state. Yap, who personally handed over the contribution to the association’s president, Abang Reduan, said he firmly believes that sports especially mind sports like chess, play a vital role in shaping young people’s character and thinking skills. “Chess helps build discipline, encourages strategic thinking, and strengthens the mental resilience of our youth,” he saidRead More

The MBKS Community Pickleball Training Month, which runs from July 1 to July 31, 2025, is drawing strong participation from Kuching South residents. Free training sessions are being held every Saturday at Picklepro Kuching, Tabuan Laru Family Club, as part of an initiative to promote healthy living and an active lifestyle through the increasingly popular sport of pickleball. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, who visited the training session this morning together with Kuching South Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng, commended the enthusiastic turnout and community spirit displayedRead More

Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap Yau Sin has responded swiftly to complaints raised by the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) of SK Satria Jaya in BDC over water supply issues affecting the school community. Yap personally arranged for officers from the Public Works Department (JKR) Sarawak to carry out a detailed inspection at the school following reports of low water pressure and suspected leaking pipes. He also joined the officers during the inspection to better understand the concerns on the ground. The visit included discussions with the school headmaster and PTA representativesRead More

Kota Sentosa State Assemblyman and Advocate of the High Court of Sabah and Sarawak, Wilfred Yap, has voiced serious concern over the current structure of the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC), highlighting the lack of representation for Sabah and Sarawak in the judicial selection process. “The absence of a single Sabahan on the nine-member Judicial Appointments Commission goes against the spirit of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 and undermines the principle of equal partnership within our Federation,” Yap said in a statement today. He stated that the 18-Point and 20-Point Agreements forRead More

Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) Chairman Cr. Tan Kai has responded to recent claims by Michael Kong, the Special Assistant to Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen, who alleged that the public park at Taman Phoenix has been neglected. Tan Kai described the accusation as unfounded and stressed that MPP remains committed to the upkeep of public facilities under its jurisdiction. “We take the welfare of our residents seriously and have always ensured that public parks are maintained accordingly. Our landscape team has inspected the equipment at Taman Phoenix and confirmed itRead More