December, 2025
UNIFOR cheque For St. David Chapel
St. David Chapel in Kampung Bumbok received a RM195,000 allocation from the Sarawak Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) during a cheque presentation ceremony held in conjunction with the Christmas gathering at the community hall. The cheque was presented by Batu Kitang State Assemblyman Dato Ir. Lo Khere Chiang, reflecting the continued commitment of the Sarawak Government to promoting inter religious harmony and supporting the development of non Muslim places of worship across the state. Speaking at the event, Lo said the Sarawak Government remains steadfast in ensuring that all religiousRead More
SUPP Case Grounded in Law and Facts, DAP Relies on Spin and Dishonesty Says Adam Yii
SUPP Central Publicity and Information Chief Adam Yii said the party position on the long running funding issue is firmly based on law and facts, while Sarawak DAP continues to rely on political spin and deliberate misrepresentation to confuse the public. He said SUPP, like any political party in Malaysia, relies on donations from its members and the public, and at times also receives funding from its main political coalition partners. Adam who is also Pujut State Assemblyman said the High Court had previously found former prime minister Dato SeriRead More
罗克强移交拨款予石角基督复临安息日会
石角基督复临安息日会（SDA）教堂获砂拉越其他宗教事务单位（Unifor）拨款20万令吉，用以支持教堂的发展及提升工程。 巴都吉当州议员拿督罗克强表示，有关拨款将用于改善教堂设施，以提升礼拜环境、社区活动空间及为教友提供更完善的服务。 他在教堂礼拜堂举行的支票移交仪式上指出：“砂拉越政府确保所有宗教社群都能获得公平的支持，这体现了砂拉越长期以来所秉持的团结、相互尊重及宗教自由的价值观。” 石角基督复临安息日会教堂的代表，包括教会领袖及教友，对这笔拨款及州议员的到访表达了诚挚的感谢。 此外，此次仪式也进一步加强了社区与民选代表之间的联系，彰显了巴都吉当区内的合作精神与良好互信。
Unity and Inclusive Development Highlighted at Christmas and New Year Celebration in Kampung Stampin Baru
Kota Sentosa State Assemblyman Wilfred Yap officiated the Christmas and upcoming New Year 2026 celebration at Kampung Stampin Baru, stressing that unity, harmony and inclusive development remain the foundation of Sarawak continued progress. Yap said the celebration was more than a festive gathering, describing it as a reflection of Sarawak strength as a society built on mutual respect, tolerance and strong family values across different cultures and beliefs. He added that the spirit of Christmas and the New Year aligns closely with Sarawakian values of compassion, hope and togetherness. AmongRead More
RM200,000 UNIFOR GRANT PRESENTED TO SDA BATU KAWA CHURCH
The Seventh day Adventist SDA Batu Kawa Church today received a RM200,000 grant from the Sarawak Unit for Other Religions UNIFOR during a cheque presentation ceremony held at the church sanctuary. The cheque was presented by Batu Kitang State Assemblyman Dato Ir. Lo Khere Chiang, reflecting the Sarawak Government continued commitment to supporting religious harmony and the development of non Muslim houses of worship. The grant will be utilised for church development and improvement works, including upgrading facilities for worship, community activities and services for church members.In his remarks, LoRead More
Sharing The Joy Of Christmas
Batu Kitang State Assemblyman, Dato Ir. Lo Khere Chiang and his entourage visited Honourable Datuk Archbishop Simon Poh on Christmas Day to wish him and all present a very Merry Christmas and a happy new year.
Spirit of unity and shared responsibility key to Sarawak future, says Dr Sim
The spirit of unity, family values and shared responsibility must remain the core foundation in shaping the future of Sarawak, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Professor Dr Sim Kui Hian. In his Christmas 2025 message, Dr Sim said Christmas is a special moment when people, regardless of background, return to gather with family, friends and loved ones to share joy, enjoy meals together and strengthen bonds. This, he said, reflects the uniqueness and strength of Sarawak society, united as Anak Sarawak. “Christmas reminds us of the strong sense of togethernessRead More
Padungan Launches Joint Dengue Prevention Campaign
Padungan has launched a joint dengue prevention campaign following an increase in dengue cases in the constituency. SUPP Kuching Branch Youth Chief, Nicholas Wung said the rising trend has raised concern among the authorities and the community, making preventive action more urgent. He said the campaign was jointly organised by the Kuching Health Department, the District Office, community leaders and the Sekama JKKK as a collective effort to curb the spread of dengue. An information booth was set up at Fuyu Coffee Shop where members of the public were briefedRead More
沈桂贤圣诞节献词
砂副总理兼公共卫生、房屋及地方政府部长拿督阿玛沈桂贤表示，团结精神、家庭情谊与共同责任，始终是推动砂拉越迈向未来的重要核心。他说，圣诞节是一个珍贵时刻，各族群人民不分背景，回到家人、朋友及至亲身边，共享喜悦、共进佳肴，进一步拉近彼此关系，体现砂拉越社会多元而团结的独特力量，彰显大家同为砂拉越子民的共同身份。 他指出，2025年的砂拉越，已与10年前大不相同，如今不仅在国内获得更高关注，也成为全国参考与借镜的对象。 因此，他呼吁每一名砂拉越人民，各自在岗位与生活中尽一份力，按能力作出贡献，共同推动砂拉越持续进步。 他说，人民应抽空反思自身能为砂拉越做些什么，以及大家如何携手为砂拉越付出，并把佳节视为“充电”的时刻，以便在迈入2026年时，以全新精神投入砂拉越的建设工作。 他是在周三发表2025年圣诞节献词时，作出上述呼吁。 他也在献词中提到，砂拉越将继续朝2030年发展愿景迈进，致力打造一个更先进、更具竞争力及更繁荣的砂拉越，惠及未来世代。 他同时祝愿全体砂拉越人民身体健康，继续为砂拉越的发展与建设贡献力量。
Christmas Decoration in MPP area
The Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) has set up Christmas decorations at key landmarks in Kota Padawan, including and surrounding the MPP office. MPP Chairman, Cr. Tan Kai, said the decorations symbolise the spirit of unity, especially in Padawan, where the community is diverse and celebrates various festive seasons together. Other iconic locations featuring the decorations include the Batu Kawah Riverbank Park. In conjunction with the festive season, the MPP Chairman also distributed the Padawan Municipal Council 2026 calendar to residents within the council’s jurisdiction. Representing the councillors, staff and managementRead More
Wilfred Yap Inspects RTP Projects at SMK DPHA Gapor
Kota Sentosa State Assemblyman Wilfred Yap conducted a site visit to SMK DPHA Gapor in conjunction with the implementation of two Rural Transformation Programme RTP projects, together with officers from the Public Works Department JKR, appointed contractors, and the school principal, William Tedong. For RTP Project 2023, Yap said the visit marked the handover of the completed project to the school for maintenance. He added that the project was an allocation of RM150,000, involved the construction of a new toilet block to improve hygiene, safety, and comfort for students andRead More
Dato IR Lo Khere Chiang Calls on JKKK to Hold Mass Circumcision Programmes More Frequently During School Holidays
Village Development and Security Committees or JKKK in Sarawak should organise mass circumcision programmes more frequently during school holidays as the initiative brings wide ranging benefits to the community, said Batu Kitang assemblyman Dato IR Lo Khere Chiang. He said the programme is not only important for cleanliness and health but also offers many other advantages that are often overlooked. Lo pointed out that mass circumcision programmes help ease the financial burden on parents while serving as a platform to strengthen unity and foster closer ties among the Muslim communityRead More
Adam Yii Says Sarawak Must Stay Firm on Its Own Development Path
Sarawak United Peoples Party central publicity secretary Adam Yii said the recent federal Cabinet reshuffle and the appointment of two Members of Parliament from Sarawak Pakatan Harapan as deputy ministers should be viewed with caution rather than celebration. In a statement, Yii said that on the surface the appointments appeared to signal greater federal attention to Sarawak’s voice. However, when examined within a broader political context, he described the move as a calculated political manoeuvre rather than a genuine contribution to Sarawak’s long term development. He said following Pakatan Harapan’sRead More
Wilfred Yap Hands Over RM380,000 UNIFOR Cheque to Kuching Tze Yin Buddhist Orthodox Association
State Assemblyman for Kota Sentosa, YB Wilfred Yap, today handed over a RM380,000 cheque under the Unit for Other Religions or UNIFOR to the Kuching Tze Yin Buddhist Orthodox Association, to support the upgrading of its temple facilities. Speaking at the handover ceremony, Wilfred Yap said the allocation reflects Sarawak’s long standing inclusive policies, where all religious communities are respected and supported for their role in promoting moral values, social cohesion, and community wellbeing. He said Sarawak’s strength lies in its unity in diversity, and through UNIFOR, assistance is extendedRead More
俞小珊：砂继续坚定走好属于自己的发展路径
人联党中央宣教秘书俞小珊发文告指出随着联邦政府宣布最新的内阁改组，两位来自砂拉越希盟的国会议员被委任为副部长。表面上，这似乎象征着联邦更加重视砂拉越的声音。然而，若将事件放在更大的政治背景下检视，就会发现这项任命更像是一场精心计算的政治算计，而不是对砂拉越发展的实质贡献。 他说，在沙巴经历补选惨败之后，希盟目前迫切需要稳定东马的政治版图，以免相同的局面在下一届砂选举重演。任命来自砂希盟的副部长，显然是为了向砂拉越释放“被重视”的讯号，以安抚支持者，也为砂希盟输血，确保其能撑过未来的政治竞争。 “然而，砂拉越人民必须清醒地认识到副部长的任命是迫于无奈的政治操作，而不是权力的下放是象征性的补偿，而非真正的发展承诺。” 他进一步表示，砂拉越长期争取的，是实质性的权力、资源与政策自主，包括 MA63 所赋予的权利、能源与教育的独立决策空间、以及更公平的财政分配。 他称，联邦的政治与砂拉越的现实需求本质上不同。砂拉越正处于发展关键期，从氢能经济、绿色产业、再生能源，到教育自主、数字化转型与乡区基础设施提升，每一步都在朝 PCDS2030 的方向稳健推进。这是一套属于砂拉越的蓝图，由砂拉越制定、砂拉越执行，也必须由砂拉越自己守护。 “因此，我们必须把焦点从’联邦委任了谁’拉回到’砂拉越真正需要什么’。” 他指出，砂盟政府在过去数年所展现的，是稳定、执行力与长远规划；联邦的政治安排，却往往随着形式与选举而改变，难以与砂拉越的发展节奏同步。砂拉越已经证明，只有摆脱马来亚政治的牵动，才能保持政策连贯性，吸引国际投资，实现经济转型。 “砂民必须看见，我们的未来不建立在联邦给予多少职位，而是我们自己有多大决心持续走好砂拉越优先的道路。无论政局如何变化，砂拉越的发展不能被马来亚政治的风向牵着走。我们不能让象征性的任命稀释了砂拉越追求真正自治与长远发展的努力，更不能让外来的政治操作干扰砂拉越前进的步伐。” “砂拉越已经站在腾飞的路上。现在最需要的，是继续坚定走好属于自己的发展路径。” 俞小珊强调，砂民值得拥有的，不是为了政党利益选票迫于无奈的安抚，而是真正属于砂拉越的权力、资源与未来。
Wilfred Yap Hands Over RM130,000 UNIFOR Grant to BEM The Way Church
State Legislative Assemblyman for Kota Sentosa Wilfred Yap, today handed over a RM130,000 cheque under the Unit for Other Religions or UNIFOR to BEM The Way to support upgrading works at the church premises. The cheque was received by Pastor Augustine Fung on behalf of the church during a handover ceremony held in Kota Sentosa. The contribution is aimed at improving church facilities to ensure a safer, more comfortable and more conducive environment for worship, community activities and social outreach programmes that benefit the surrounding community. In his speech, YapRead More
Dato Ir Lo Khere Chiang Highlights Youth Confidence and Discipline Through Dance
Batu Kitang assemblyman Dato Ir Lo Khere Chiang said youth focused events such as the Be A Star K Pop Dance Concert Competition play an important role in building confidence, discipline, and self expression among young people. Speaking as Guest of Honour at the competition held at a mall today, Lo commended Junior Chamber International Damai and the organising committee for their dedication and effort in successfully bringing the event together. He said the competition was more than just a dance showcase, as it provided a valuable platform for youngRead More
叶耀星呼吁联邦政府尽快推动专门的反诈骗立法
哥打圣淘沙议员叶耀星指出，几乎每周都能在报章上看到国人坠入诈骗陷阱、痛失毕生积蓄的报道，包括退休人士被骗走养老钱、家庭因此负债，甚至小商家一夕之间血本无归，这已不再是零星个案，而是正在加剧的全国性问题。 他说，身为砂议员，他对媒体频繁报道诈骗案件的规模与频率深感忧虑。尽管当局不断发出警告、展开执法行动并加强公众宣导，但相关损失仍持续攀升，反映我国现有法律框架，已难以应对现代诈骗集团的手段与速度。 他指出，目前我国多以刑事法典第417条文及第420条文，即“欺骗”及“不诚实诱骗”条款，来对付诈骗行为，但这些条文原本是针对传统诈骗设计，在面对跨平台、跨国界、以科技为主导的诈骗活动时，已显得力有未逮。 他说，当局也援引1998年通讯及多媒体法令第233条文，对付通过WhatsApp、短讯及社交媒体传播的诈骗信息，但该法令主要针对不当通讯行为，刑罚轻重与受害者所承受的严重财务损失并不相称。 他指出，2001年反洗黑钱、反恐融资及非法活动收益法令，主要用于追查及充公诈骗所得，尤其涉及钱骡户头的案件。然而，该法令多属事后追责，许多案件往往在款项已被转走、提领或汇往海外后才展开行动，追回资金的机会十分渺茫。 他说，这也是为何不少受害者即使第一时间报案，仍被告知资金难以追回，反映现行法律仍停留在“事后补救”的阶段。 他指出，新加坡已采取不同方向，通过推出《防诈骗保护法令》，将重点转向预防，并对钱骡户头采取强硬立场。任何明知或疏忽让银行户头被用于诈骗的人士，都会面对严厉刑罚、迅速资产充公及赔偿令，有效打击诈骗网络。 他认为，从我国媒体不断揭露的案例可见，钱骡户头仍是我国防诈体系中的弱点，相关刑罚不一、阻吓力不足，导致诈骗集团持续利用这一漏洞。 他说，诈骗并非轻微罪行，它摧毁生计、打击数字经济信心，并侵蚀公众对制度的信任。每日见诸报端的新闻，应成为全国警醒的警钟。 他呼吁联邦政府尽快推动专门的反诈骗立法，赋予执法单位在资金转移前采取预防行动的权力，加重对钱骡户头持有人的刑罚，并强化银行、电讯公司与执法机构之间的即时合作机制。 他强调，保护国人免受诈骗侵害并非选择题，而是政府的责任，行动刻不容缓。
Scams need to be tackled
Kota Sentosa State Legislative Assemblyman Wilfred Yap has called on the Federal Government to urgently reform Malaysia’s laws to address the alarming rise in scam cases that continue to dominate daily news headlines. He said frequent reports of retirees losing their life savings, families falling into debt and small business owners being financially ruined show that scams are no longer isolated incidents but a serious and escalating national crisis. “As a state assemblyman, I am deeply concerned by the sheer frequency and scale of scam cases reported in the media.Read More
俞小珊巡视排水系统提升工程
埔奕区议员俞小珊今日巡视正在埔奕3号路进行的排水系统提升工程，以确保进度顺利、施工品质达标，并进一步了解工程对周边社区的改善效果。 此次提升工程不仅包括重建与扩宽现有排水槽、加强地下结构及改善水流路线，也会在工程完成后全面封闭沟渠表面。此举旨在大幅提升行人及道路使用者的安全，避免过往开放式沟渠导致的意外风险，同时也让道路环境更整洁、安全、美观。 承包商目前正在进行结构加固、钢筋安装及沟槽灌浆等关键工序，整体工程持续按计划稳步推进 “排水系统的完善程度直接影响居民安全及雨季期间的交通状况，这里长期面对积水问题，必须彻底解决。除了提升排水能力，这次工程特意将沟渠封闭，以保障日后居民的安全。工程完成后，相信这里的生活品质会明显改善。”他说。 他亦表示，将继续密切监督工程，以确保承包商严格遵照施工规格，并尽可能减少对交通与居民的影响。 “我感谢居民在施工期间的耐心与配合。希望大家继续遵守交通指示，确保施工与通行安全。”
