Sarawak

Indonesia 2026 drought, fire & water aid response

137 clusters · 143 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: Drought triggers food and water crises in Gorontalo and Pacitan

By early September 2026, the El Niño-driven drought and its impacts on water security and air quality continued to escalate across Indonesia. Forest and land fires have exceeded 107,000 hectares, with Coordinating Minist

Sukma Selangor 2026: Selangor wins and Para games progress

20 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Para SUKMA Selangor 2026: Safwan and Noshazwani named top athletes

The 22nd Sukma Games in Selangor concluded with Selangor emerging as the overall champion for the first time in a decade, securing 101 gold medals—the highest gold tally in the games' history since 1986. To celebrate, Me

Sarawak Flying Doctor Service helicopter crash

3 clusters · 44 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Sarawak Flying Doctor Service suspends flights after fatal helicopter crash

A Flying Doctor Service (FDS) BO-105 helicopter crashed near the Long Lellang STOLport in Ulu Baram, Sarawak, killing all five people on board. The victims have been identified as pilot Captain Zainol Afiq Bee Sham, medi

Malaysia federal-state cooperation on MA63

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Malaysia to increase Sabah and Sarawak parliamentary representation

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

Southeast Asian transboundary haze crisis intensifies

30 clusters · 128 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Air pollution reaches hazardous levels in parts of Indonesia

The transboundary haze crisis in Southeast Asia has intensified as the 2026 El Niño phenomenon transitioned to a “very strong” category, driving severe drought. In Indonesia, forest and land fires have escalated signific

Sarawak water level and haze mitigation efforts

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Sarawak air quality improves following rainfall

To address low water levels in hydroelectric plants and mitigate haze, Sarawak initiated cloud seeding operations. The project, involving the National Disaster Management Agency, MetMalaysia, and the Royal Malaysian Air

Global urban air quality and Kalimantan forest fires

7 clusters · 90 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Central Kalimantan maintains strict wildfire monitoring as hotspots decline

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. In Malaysia, an emergency was dec

Malaysia-Indonesia trade and connectivity cooperation

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Malaysia and Indonesia seek to boost trade via improved cross-border connectivity

Malaysia and Indonesia are pursuing efforts to expand bilateral trade and strengthen regional economic ties through the BIMP-EAGA framework. Officials have emphasized that improving cross-border connectivity and trade fa

Kuching hosting 2026 Malaysia Day celebrations

3 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Kuching to host national Malaysia Day celebrations on September 16

Kuching has been selected to host the 2026 Malaysia Day celebrations at the Borneo Kuching Convention Centre (BCCK). In preparation, the Malaysian government is organizing follow-up meetings and providing 24-hour public

East Asia tourism regional cooperation summit

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Sarawak strengthens regional tourism ties at EATOF assembly

The 19th General Assembly of the East Asia Tourism Organization of Local Governments (EATOF) is being held in Cebu, Philippines. The summit serves as a platform for regional tourism leaders to exchange strategies and pur

Sarawak state economic and development initiatives

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Sarawak Premier highlights engineering role and RM200m Bumiputera contract milestone

Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has announced several initiatives focused on state revenue, civil servant welfare, and economic development. In August, the Premier announced a special finan

Sarawak transboundary haze crisis

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Sarawak haze reaches hazardous levels as cloud seeding begins

Transboundary haze caused by forest fires and land clearing in Kalimantan, Indonesia, has led to severe air quality degradation in Sarawak, Malaysia. Initially, the Serian Municipal Council recommended that Indonesia pro

Tsai Ing-wen involvement in DPP local election campaigns

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Sarawak man arrested for fatal stabbing of five-year-old nephew

Former President Tsai Ing-wen has begun taking on leadership roles for Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidates ahead of the 2026 local elections. She officially agreed to serve as the chairperson of the campaign he

PETRONAS educational initiatives in Sarawak

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: PETRONAS allocates RM28 million for Sarawak student sponsorships

PETRONAS has allocated approximately RM28 million to sponsor more than 100 Sarawakian students for higher education at domestic and international institutions. In addition to scholarships, the company is implementing e

Sarawak Governor official engagements and state honours

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Sarawak Governor conducts state honours ceremony and official visits

Sarawak Governor Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar has conducted several official engagements involving state honours and community outreach. In late July 2026, the Governor presided over an investiture ceremon

Southeast Asian digital and AI integration

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Southeast Asian leaders emphasize AI for economic and social development

Southeast Asian nations are increasingly integrating digital assets and artificial intelligence (AI) into their economic and regulatory frameworks. In the financial sector, regulators in Malaysia and the Philippines ar

Malaysia TVET and engineering talent development

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Malaysia regional leaders call for stronger TVET to support industry growth

Malaysia is focusing on strengthening its Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) ecosystem to meet industrial demands and reduce reliance on foreign labor. At the National Engineering Convention 2026, th

Economic development initiatives in Sarawak

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Sarawak opens women's economic centre in Bandar Baru Samariang

In August 2026, a new women’s economic centre was opened in Bandar Baru Samariang, Sarawak. According to Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi, the facility is intended to serve as a platform for women to engage

TGS seismic technology and offshore survey expansions

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: TGS launches Sarawak Phase 4 offshore seismic survey in Malaysia

TGS has expanded its operational and strategic footprint through new technological partnerships and seismic survey projects. The company entered a strategic collaboration with Chevron to advance seismic imaging technolog

Malaysia business and creative sector development

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Sarawak targets growth in creative and business event sectors

Malaysia is projecting significant economic growth through its business events sector, with Tourism Minister Dato Sri Tiong King Sing estimating a total impact of RM34.97 billion by 2030. Since 2009, the Malaysia Convent

Haze and air quality degradation in Malaysia

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Cheras air quality reaches unhealthy level of 151

Haze conditions have emerged across several regions in Malaysia. Initially, air quality in Perak reached an Air Pollutant Index (API) reading of 153, prompting officials to advise the public to reduce outdoor activities.