Sarawak

STEM education initiatives in Sarawak

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated about 10 hours ago

Latest: PETRONAS donates RM1.2 million in STEM kits to Sarawak schools

Efforts to bolster Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education in Sarawak have progressed through both government-led academic programs and private sector support. In mid-October, the Sarawak Prem

Indonesia 2026 drought, fire & water aid response

162 clusters · 165 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Water scarcity relief efforts in Trenggalek and Gunungkidul

By late 2026, the El Niño-driven drought in Indonesia has escalated into a multi-sectoral crisis affecting water security, public health, and food stability. Forest and land fires have caused significant environmental da

Malaysia's AI integration and technological sovereignty

14 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: SoftBank plans $50 billion investment in Malaysia AI infrastructure

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim continues to advocate for the strategic integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in Malaysia, emphasizing that technological mastery must be rooted in local values, religious principles, a

Healthcare manpower and infrastructure challenges in India/n

10 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Malaysia Ministry of Health targets one psychiatrist per 40,000 people

Healthcare systems in Malaysia and India continue to face significant manpower shortages. In India’s Kerala region, the health department is managing 783 vacant medical officer positions across 14 districts, with 431 vac

Melaka state election: Coalitions campaign amid seat tension

26 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Political coalitions campaign for Melaka state election

The 16th Melaka State Election is scheduled for November 14, following the dissolution of the State Legislative Assembly on September 23. The Election Commission has confirmed nomination day for October 31, with early vo

Malaysia presents 2027 Budget with tax and wage reforms

17 clusters · 53 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Malaysia expands market opportunities for MSMEs via Budget 2027

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has presented Malaysia’s RM510 billion Budget for 2027, themed ‘Menggapai di Langit, Mengakar di Bumi’. The budget aims to reduce the public deficit to 3.3% of GDP, with a target of 3% by 202

Kuching school attack investigation

2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Student attacks teacher with axe during Facebook livestream in Malaysia

On 21 October 2026, a 16-year-old student attacked a female teacher at Tunku Putra-HELP International School in Kuching, Sarawak. The student used a weapon, identified in reports as either a small axe or a penknife, caus

Haze impact on Malaysian schools and education

10 clusters · 37 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Malaysia schools reopen in Johor and close in Sarawak due to haze

Haze conditions in Malaysia, driven by forest and peatland fires in Indonesia, have led to widespread precautionary measures regarding education and outdoor activities. As of October 9, 2026, school closures expanded to

Sarawak economic diversification and energy transition

5 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Sarawak Premier outlines tourism and energy development plans

Sarawak is pursuing economic diversification strategies focused on transitioning from traditional resource extraction toward a low-carbon and high-tech economy. Initial plans for the state’s Northern Zone involve positio

Reforestation initiatives in Malaysia

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Sarawak implements greening initiatives through school community programs

Educational and community-based reforestation efforts are being conducted across Malaysia to support national and state-level greening targets. In Pahang, UCYP University partnered with Bank Simpanan Nasional and the P

Educational funding in Malaysia and Sarawak

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Sarawak allocates RM1.08 million to northern schools

In Malaysia, the federal government has allocated over RM22 million to 309 Islamic educational institutions for maintenance and upgrades through April 2026. Additionally, RM200 million has been earmarked in the 2027 Budg

Sarawak state election preparations

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Sarawak political leaders hint at possible GPS announcement

Political leaders within the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition are preparing for the upcoming Sarawak state election. Leadership within the coalition will be responsible for determining candidate selection, includin

Southeast Asian transboundary haze crisis intensifies

60 clusters · 229 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Singapore air quality improves as haze levels ease

The transboundary haze crisis in Southeast Asia has intensified as the 2026 El Niño phenomenon drove severe drought and escalating forest fires. By late August 2026, the crisis caused widespread disruptions. In Indonesia

Nepal and Tibet floods: death toll rises and survivor found

18 clusters · 123 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Malaysia seeks assistance to locate 54 citizens missing in Nepal

The humanitarian crisis in the mountainous border regions of Nepal and Tibet has intensified following a glacial collapse and debris flow on August 26, 2026. Officials described the disaster as a “Himalayan tsunami,” cau

Sarawak 2027 budget planning and allocation

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Sarawak focuses on energy security and education in 2027 Budget

The Sarawak government has detailed its 2027 budget, focusing on social welfare, economic growth, and public health. Initial outlines from Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg highlighted extensive alloc

Malaysia technological and semiconductor development

4 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Malaysia trains 22,849 semiconductor talents under national strategy

Malaysia is advancing its technological and industrial capabilities through research commercialization and strategic semiconductor development. In the research sector, the nation’s R&D commercialization portal has recor

Progress and negotiations on MA63 implementation

4 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Sarawak pushes for national responsibility in MA63 implementation

Efforts to implement the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) have transitioned from calls for transparency to specific legislative and financial negotiations. Datuk Mustapha Sakmud, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department

Global urban air quality and Kalimantan forest fires

15 clusters · 96 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Central Kalimantan faces largest forest fire area in Indonesia

The regional haze crisis has intensified as widespread forest and peatland fires in Indonesia, fueled by severe drought and El Niño, continue to impact air quality across Southeast Asia. NASA satellite data indicates tha

Sarawak rice self-sufficiency and land management

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Sarawak targets rice self-sufficiency and forest conservation

The Sarawak government is pursuing a strategy to enhance rice self-sufficiency and food security through expanded paddy production and modernized agricultural technology. To bridge current productivity gaps, the state ha

Sarawak medical tourism industry development

3 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Sarawak Tourism Board targets 10% increase in Indonesian arrivals

Sarawak is actively expanding its medical tourism sector through infrastructure growth and increasing visitor numbers. To strengthen its position as a destination for international and domestic patients, the state is exp

Drug smuggling recruitment in Japan

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Malaysian couple suspected of recruiting drug mules for Japan operation

Japanese authorities have intercepted several drug smuggling operations at major airports, highlighting a trend of transnational criminal organizations using deceptive recruitment tactics. In September, arrests were ma

Sarawak FDS crash: Investigation and service updates

12 clusters · 50 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Malaysia to provide pensions and compensation for Long Lellang crash victims' families

The investigation into the fatal BO-105 helicopter crash near the Long Lellang STOLport in Sarawak continues. The Air Accident Investigation Unit (BSKU) is conducting a formal safety inquiry in accordance with Civil Avia

Sarawak land and resource management initiatives

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Sarawak issues forest carbon licences for 56,806 hectares

The Sarawak state government is advancing various land and resource management initiatives. As of August 2026, authorities have surveyed over 1.25 million hectares of Native Customary Rights (NCR) land. Premier Datuk Pat

Malaysia digital infrastructure and economy expansion

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Malaysia to invest RM5 billion in digital infrastructure and animation IP

The Malaysian government has announced a RM5 billion allocation under Budget 2027 for the Jalinan Digital Negara (JENDELA) initiative. This funding is intended to expand high-quality internet coverage, specifically targe

East Malaysia economic development strategies

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Sabah focuses on business foundations and oil and gas value chain

Economic leaders in East Malaysia are advocating for specialized development strategies to ensure sustainable and inclusive growth for Sabah and Sarawak. During the 1st Borneo International Congress For Business, Educati

Sarawak State Legislative Assembly sessions

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Sarawak Legislative Assembly debates conduct and regional development

The 19th Sarawak State Legislative Assembly convened for its final term sitting of the current period, scheduled from October 12 to 21, 2026. The session was intended to address several government bills, including two fi

Malaysia federal-state cooperation on MA63

8 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Sabah and Sarawak parliamentary seat increase requires constitutional amendment

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has engaged in high-level discussions to strengthen cooperation regarding the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). In late August 2026, during the 27th Annual Leaders' Consultation in Br

Rising cancer cases in Sarawak

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Cancer awareness urged in Sarawak and Zimbabwe amid rising cases

Cancer cases in Sarawak have reached 27,208, according to Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. This total includes 2,995 newly diagnosed cases and 24,253 follow-up cases, representing an increase from 20,851 cases

Weather alerts in Malaysia

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: MetMalaysia issues widespread thunderstorm and heavy rain warnings

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued multiple thunderstorm, heavy rain, and strong wind warnings across various states and federal territories. Initial alerts covered a broad range of regions

Sabah and Sarawak parliamentary representation increase

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Mustapha Sakmud addresses Sabah sovereignty claims and parliamentary seat increases

The Federal Government has moved to increase the number of parliamentary seats for Sabah and Sarawak to strengthen regional representation. Initial support for the decision, highlighted by former Sabah MP Datuk Seri Aziz