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Serian Agrofest 2025 Disadang Matak 4,000 Mensia Mayuh, Asil Dipelaba Manggai RM100,000

TEBEDU: Serian nyadi palan ketiga ba siri Jelajah Agrofest diatur Opis Betanam Betupi Sarawak renggat bagi menua nyerumba Sarawak Agrofest 2025 ti deka diatur belabuh ari 22 ngagai 31 Ogos 2025 di Bintulu. Program Serian Agrofest 2025 ti diatur pengelama tiga hari nyelinting penatai urung 4,000 mensia mayuh enggau nambah penatai pemisi RM100,000, nengah pemandang produk sereta teknologi pemadu baru ba sektor betanam betupi. Program tu diatur Opis Betanam Betupi Bagi Menua Serian di Dataran Mutiara, Tebedu belabuh ari pukul 2.30 lemai nyentuk 5 lemai. Bisi 62 reruai dibuka ba edisyen sekali tu baka 30 reruai agensi perintah enggau 32 reruai pedagang sereta kompeni kelimpah mandangka pemandang laman nupi jelu ti deka narit ati mensia mayuh. Entara agensi ti ngambi bagi nyengkaum Opis Betanam Betupi Sarawak, Opis Servis Veterinar Sarawak, Kaunsil Industri Getah Sarawak (SARIB) enggau kompeni betanam betupi ti chakah dikemansang di nengeri tu. Tambah mega, festival sekali tu bisi ngatur “Panu Birantan” tauka Pengawa Bejalai Bebala Mayuh Gawai ti ukai semina digulu suku raban bansa Dayak baka Bidayuh, Iban enggau Orang Ulu, tang mega komuniti Melayu enggau China di Bagi Menua Serian. Program Serian Agrofest 2025 udah dipenyadi Menteri Industri Pemakai, Komoditi enggau Pemansang Kandang Menua Sarawak, Dato Sri Dr. Stephen Rundi Utom di Dataran Mutiara Tebedu kena Hari Lima. Sama datai, Sapit Menteri (Industri Pemakai), Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Ismail, Sapit Menteri (Komoditi enggau Pemansang Kandang Menua), Datuk Martin Ben, Kaban Parlimen Serian Dato’ Sri Dr. Richard Riot Jaem, ADUN Tebedu, Dr. Simon Sinang Bada, ADUN Bukit Semuja, John Ilus, Sekretari Mendam Opis Menteri Industri Pemakai, Komoditi enggau Pemansang Kandang Menua Sarawak, Datu Sirai Daha, Residen Bagi Menua Serian, Caroline Cleophas Joseph enggau Direktor Opis Betanam Betupi Sarawak, Dominic Chunggat. Pia mega, sekeda pedagang menua udah nerima Anugerah Pedagang Jaya nengah pemujur ba sektor betanam betupi iya nya Polok Lakeng (Utai Tanam), Tan Yek Hong (Industri Asas Tani), Chua Hua Beng, Akuakultur (Berikan Darat) dan Emmanuel Henry Bujang (Nupi Jelu). -EDISI UKAS

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Pengawa Ngarang Bup Sejarah Lokal, Dua Pejuluk Bepelasarka Sejarah Sarawak Diperambu

KUCHING: Premier Sarawak, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg meransang bala pengarang enggau pemansik ngasilka karya bepelasarka sejarah Sarawak ari sukut komuniti empu. Iya mega merambu dua pejuluk ti ulih nyadi bahan dikarang iya nya kisah bukit Sadok enggau Rentap sereta sejarah Lidah Tanah enggau Siniawan ti suba nyadi palan pemerintah besai di Sarawak. “Siti ari pejuluk ti ulih diangkat iya nya kisah Bukit Sadok enggau peranan Rentap. “Nyema ulih, tungkap patut dipejalai ari sukut perspektif kita empu, bepelasarka sejarah kitai. “Kebuah pia laban bisi kaul entara kisah nya enggau isu lanun (piracy) lalu meseti diperati sekali ke amat bisi kaul entara Rentap enggau piracy. “Nya kebuah, siti tungkap penuh meseti dipejalai lalu engka pejuluk ti engkeman ungkup tungkap tu iya nya "Bukit Sadok Rentap" lalu ari nya kitai ulih ngadu dokumentasyen sejarah nya lenak agi,” ku iya. Iya madah munyi nya maya bejaku ba Pengerami Anugerah Bup Pemadu Manah Premier Sarawak di siti hotel tebilang, ditu kena Hari Lima. Perambu kedua ngenang pasal sitak Lidah Tanah enggau Siniawan ti ku iya kala nyadi 'seat of power' sebedau jeman pemerintah Rajah James Brooke. "Ti kedua, 'Merpati Jepang Datuk Patinggi Ali: Seat Of Power Di Sarawak' laban Sarawak lebuh nya ukai baka diatu ke alai sitak nya mungkur ari Lidah Tanah nyentuk Siniawan tang 'seat of power' di Lidah Tanah. “Mayuh nilai sejarah sebedau pemerintah James Brooke enggau maya nya mega di Lidah Tanah enggau Siniawan," ku iya. Iya madah ke sejarah ba sitak nya kebuah iya setuju ngaga jalai alun empat arung ke Bau mansa Siniawan nentuka temuai kin lalu meda taba ti kala nyadi di Lidah Tanah enggau Siniawan. Ku iya baru, sejarah tu bisi kaul enggau genturung Melayu ke bisi ba Siniawan ke alai din bisi penyerakup rat entara orang Melayu enggau komuniti Bidayuh ba sitak nya. “Nya kebuah, kita tau ngarang bup nya ari sukut sejarah kitai lalu nengah bahan ti bisi nya kitai ulih nyelak ngambi meransang komuniti ngarang enggau fakta,” terang iya. Berebak enggau nya, iya ngemendar niki ke perais mata duit ungkup Anugerah Bup Pemadu Manah Premier Sarawak kategori Dichelak Luar ari RM5,000 ngagai RM10,000 seraya kategori Dichelak Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka (DBP) ari RM8,000 ngagai RM15,000. Ku iya, tu dikena meransang pengawa nyelak mayuh agi bup ti bisi kualiti enggau bepelasarka fakta ungkup rebak dudi. Ba pengujung pengerami, Premier Sarawak udah nyuaka anugerah ngagai bala pemenang. Ungkup kategori dichelak DBP, bup ‘Empurau: Ikan Eksotik Sarawak’ asil karya dikarang begulai Emilyn Badut, Mohd Saiful Maifin enggau Siti Hawa Mohamad Ali mujur mai pulai perais mata duit RM8,000 sereta setipikit diaku enggau bup dichelak DBP. Seraya ungkup kategori dichelak luar, bup ‘Negeri Santubong: Sejarah Awal Sarawak 300 ESS-1647 ES’ asil dikarang Datu Dr Sanib Said mujur mai pulai perais mata duit RM5,000 sereta setipikit diaku enggau bup dichelak DBP. Sama datai, Sekretari Perintah Sarawak, Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki; Sapit Menteri Pelajar, Inovasyen enggau Pemansang Penau Sarawak, Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee; Sapit Menteri Di Opis Premier Sarawak (Integriti enggau Ombudsman), Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya; Kaban Kunsil Nengeri (ADUN) Daro, Safiee Ahmad; tuai opis sereta temuai dipebasa bukai. – EDISI UKAS

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Kereban Digital Nerima Mayuh Peminta, Perintah Sarawak Berunding Nambah Agih Belanja

KUCHING: Perintah Sarawak benung berati ke perambu nambah agih belanja dikena meli kereban digital baka iPad enggau laptop ngagai bala nembiak berindik ari peminta ti majak nambah. Premier Sarawak, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg madah, tu nitih ke timbal ti diterima pengudah peminta bantu meli bup nyau kurang dibanding peminta meli kereban digital. “Kami udah bejalaika tungkal lalu tetemuka nembiak diatu suah agi download bup ke dalam iPad ngambi macha bahan malin terus ari kereban nya seraya peminta bup fizikal nyau majak kurang. “Nya kebuah, aku madah ngagai Datuk Annuar Rapaee (Sapit Menteri Pelajar, Inovasyen enggau Pemansang Penau Sarawak) ngambi nambah agih belanja ungkup iPad tang nyau ngurang ke bajet ungkup baucher bup. "Insya-Allah, pekara tu deka diperunding dalam bajet ke deka datai,” ku iya bejaku ba Pengerami Anugerah Bup Pemadu Manah Premier Sarawak ba siti hotel tebilang ditu, kena Hari Lima. Ungkup penerang, Perintah Sarawak udah bejalaika inisiatif 'Sarawak Free Laptop Assistance' enggau 'Sarawak Book Voucher Assistance' dikena mantu nembiak B40 di palan pelajar tinggi. Datuk Patinggi Abang Zohari madah, inisiatif tu seraris enggau juluk Perintah Sarawak nyendiaka pelajar tinggi pechuma dudi hari. Ku iya, kereban digital tu deka nyadi siti ari kereban ti diberi ngagai nembiak dikena nambah penemu nengah digital. Sama datai, Sekretari Perintah Sarawak, Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki; Sapit Menteri Pelajar, Inovasyen enggau Pemansang Penau Sarawak, Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee; Sapit Menteri Di Opis Premier Sarawak (Integriti enggau Ombudsman), Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya; Kaban Kunsil Nengeri (ADUN) Daro, Safiee Ahmad; tuai opis sereta temuai dipebasa bukai. – EDISI UKAS

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砂拉越需争取教育和卫生自主权

古晋：砂拉越必须优先争取恢复砂拉越的教育和卫生领域的自主权，这比政治上关于石油和天然气受益分配的争论更为重要。 峇当吉当区立法议员拿督罗克强强调，应关注砂拉越人民在教育和卫生等更基本领域的权益。 “这不正是砂拉越一直以来的奋斗目标吗？即使是在今天，我们仍在努力夺回对教育和卫生的自主权。” 他于周五在第 19 届砂拉越立法议会会议的新闻发布会上，如是说。 他强烈要求，联邦政府继续履行其年度责任，为砂拉越的学校和医院提供财政预算。 同时，他呼吁砂拉越人民继续根据自身能力推动发展，同时加强对马来西亚宪法所赋予砂拉越的权利的诉求。- UKAS 刊  

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Tan Sri Dato Sri Empiang Jabu Tokoh Wanita Unggul Sarawak

KUCHING: Bekas Ahli Dewan Negara, Tan Sri Dato Sri Empiang Jabu, disifatkan sebagai seorang wanita luar biasa yang bukan sahaja menjadi kebanggaan masyarakat Dayak, malah seluruh wanita di Sarawak. Premier Sarawak, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg berkata, Tan Sri Empiang telah memberikan sumbangan besar dalam memperkasa wanita Dayak, khususnya melalui kepimpinan dan semangat juangnya yang tidak pernah luntur. “Beliau telah mengembara ke seluruh pelosok Sarawak dan turut merantau ke luar negara untuk menimba pengalaman serta berkongsi pengetahuan dan inspirasi dengan wanita-wanita Sarawak,” katanya. Beliau berkata demikian semasa menyempurnakan Majlis Pelancaran Buku Tan Sri Dato Sri Empiang Jabu: A Legacy of Empowering Dayak Women di sebuah hotel terkemuka di sini, pada Sabtu. Premier Sarawak menambah, Tan Sri Empiang telah memainkan pelbagai peranan penting sepanjang hayatnya sebagai seorang pendidik, isteri kepada pemimpin politik, ibu penyayang, ahli Dewan Negara, ahli politik yang aktif serta pejuang warisan budaya, khususnya menerusi peranannya dalam Sarakup Indu Dayak Sarawak (SIDS). Beliau turut menyentuh latar belakang Tan Sri Empiang yang dibesarkan di kawasan pedalaman dan menjadikan persekitaran yang mencabar itu sebagai sumber kekuatan dan inspirasi untuk terus maju. “Dengan kerja keras dan keazaman tinggi, beliau sentiasa berpegang pada keyakinan bahawa pendidikan ialah kunci kepada kehidupan yang lebih baik. “Perjuangan beliau menjadi ilham kepada kita dalam kerajaan untuk terus menekankan pendidikan sebagai jalan membasmi kemiskinan dan meningkatkan taraf hidup rakyat,” ujarnya. Sehubungan itu, Premier Sarawak memaklumkan beliau akan membawa kisah perjuangan Tan Sri Empiang ke Sidang Kemuncak Wanita ASEAN, bagi berkongsi tentang tekad dan semangat kental wanita Sarawak yang menjadi contoh nyata bagaimana wanita mampu mencorak perubahan dan membina masa depan yang lebih cemerlang di rantau ini. Turut hadir, isteri Premier Sarawak, Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tun Tuanku Bujang; Timbalan-Timbalan Premier Sarawak, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas dan Datuk Amar Prof. Dr. Sim Kui Hian; Speaker Dewan Undangan Negeri Sarawak, Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar; Menteri Pembangunan Wanita, Kanak-kanak dan Kesejahteraan Komuniti, Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah; Menteri Kerja Raya, Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi; Setiausaha Kerajaan Sarawak, Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki; barisan timbalan menteri Kabinet Sarawak; mantan Timbalan Ketua Menteri Sarawak, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Alfred Jabu Numpang, Pengerusi SAINS Sdn. Bhd., Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri George Chan Hong Nam serta tetamu kehormat lain.-EDISI UKAS

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Writers Encouraged To Chronicle Local History With Accuracy

KUCHING: Sarawak Premier, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg has encouraged local writers and researchers to produce historical works that reflect Sarawak’s past from the perspective of its own people. Speaking at the Sarawak Premier’s Best Book Award ceremony held at a leading hotel here on Friday, he proposed two key topics as potential areas for historical exploration — the story of Bukit Sadok and the role of Rentap, as well as the historical significance of Lidah Tanah and Siniawan, both of which once served as influential administrative centres in Sarawak. “One topic worth exploring is the narrative surrounding Bukit Sadok and the role played by Rentap. If possible, such research should be approached from our own perspective, grounded in our own historical context. “This is because there are elements within the narrative that relate to piracy, and it is important to examine whether there is any factual connection between Rentap and piracy. “Hence, a comprehensive study is necessary, and perhaps an appropriate title could be ‘Bukit Sadok Rentap’, allowing us to document this part of history in greater detail,” he said. On the second proposal, the Premier suggested a study on the areas of Lidah Tanah and Siniawan, which he described as the original "seat of power" before the advent of Rajah James Brooke’s administration. “The second title could be ‘Merpati Jepang Datuk Patinggi Ali: Seat of Power in Sarawak’, as at that time, Sarawak was not the state we know today. The governing region extended from Lidah Tanah to Siniawan, and the true seat of power was located in Lidah Tanah. “There is a wealth of historical value in the pre- and early-Brooke era centred around Lidah Tanah and Siniawan,” he added. Citing the historical importance of these sites, the Premier explained that his administration had approved the construction of a four-lane highway from Kuching to Bau passing through Siniawan to encourage tourists to visit and understand the heritage tied to Lidah Tanah and Siniawan. He further noted that the historical connection includes the presence of Malay settlements in Siniawan, where strong unity existed between the local Malay and Bidayuh communities. “Therefore, books written on these topics from our own historical viewpoint, using verifiable sources, would serve as a valuable contribution and inspire our people to pursue fact-based writing,” he said. In line with this, the Premier also announced an increase in the cash prizes for the Sarawak Premier’s Best Book Award. The prize for the External Publisher category has been raised from RM5,000 to RM10,000, while the award for the Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) category has increased from RM8,000 to RM15,000. He stated that the increment aims to encourage the publication of higher-quality, factual literature for future generations. At the conclusion of the event, Datuk Patinggi Abang Zohari presented awards to the winners. In the DBP category, the book 'Empurau: Ikan Eksotik Sarawak', co-authored by Emilyn Badut, Mohd Saiful Maifin, and Siti Hawa Mohamad Ali, received RM8,000 in cash, a certificate of recognition, and a companion book published by DBP. In the External Publisher category, 'Negeri Santubong: Sejarah Awal Sarawak 300 ESS–1647 ES' by Datu Dr Sanib Said won RM5,000 in cash, along with a certificate and a companion DBP publication. Also in attendance were Sarawak Secretary, Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki, Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee, Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman), Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya, Daro Assemblyman, Safiee Ahmad, departmental heads and other distinguished guests. -UKASnews

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Sarawak Government Considers Increasing Allocation For Digital Devices Amid Growing Student Demand

KUCHING: The Sarawak Government is considering increasing its budget allocation for digital devices such as iPads and laptops for students, in response to a growing demand for such tools in education. Sarawak Premier, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg, said this was based on recent findings which revealed a marked preference among students for digital devices over traditional physical textbooks. “We conducted a study and found that students today prefer downloading reference materials and reading them directly on iPads, while applications for physical books have significantly declined. “As such, I’ve instructed Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee (Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development) to consider increasing the allocation for iPads, even if it means reducing the budget for book vouchers. “God willing, this matter will be considered in the upcoming state budget,” he said when speaking at the Premier of Sarawak Best Book Award ceremony held at a leading hotel here on Friday. As part of its commitment to supporting education, the Sarawak Government, through Yayasan Sarawak, has introduced the Sarawak Free Laptop Assistance and Sarawak Book Voucher Assistance initiatives aimed at aiding students from B40 households currently pursuing tertiary education. Datuk Patinggi Abang Zohari added that this measure aligns with the state’s broader aspiration to eventually provide free higher education. He further emphasised that digital devices would serve as a vital learning tool in the era of digital education, equipping students with the resources they need to succeed. Also present at the event were Sarawak Secretary, Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki, Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee, Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman), Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya, Daro Assemblyman, Safiee Ahmad, heads of departments and other distinguished guests. -UKASnews

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呼吁政府机构广泛宣传惠民举措

林梦：政府机构受促在宣传政府援助计划，如“Sejambak Kasih ”活动方面发挥更积极的作用，以确保援助能够送达有需要的人民手中，尤其是佳节来临之际。 交通部副部长拿督哈斯比哈比波拉表示，这项努力非常重要，以确保符合条件的群体不会因为基层资讯不足而错失获得援助的机会。 “我们不希望那些有资格领取政府援助的人被排除在外，或者对此一无所知。日后，人们会指责政府没有帮助民众，而实际上援助已经到位，只是没有惠及民众，尤其是在乡村地区。” 他于上周五在砂拉越社会福利局林梦分局主办的“Sejambak Kasih ”活动上致词时，如是说。 他说，福利局、县公署和地方政府办公室等政府机构，需要更加积极主动地向民众，特别是乡村地区的民众传达援助信息。 “我希望政府的这项援助举措能够惠及民众，福利局、县公署和林梦区办事处等相关机构，需要向基层传播和宣传此事。” 他还敦促政府机构工作人员，不要只是在办公室等待，而是要走入社区，主动进行说明及贴近人民。 “Sejambak Kasih ”活动是由妇女、家庭与社区发展部和社会福利局发起的关怀计划，旨在为有需要的人提供帮助，特别是在达雅节等佳节期间。 也是林梦区国会议员的拿督哈斯比哈比波拉表示，达雅节不仅象征着丰收季节，也是加强砂拉越多元种族人民团结和友谊的重要媒介。 “砂拉越是一个多种族、多宗教、多背景的区域，但我们都能和谐共处、安居乐业。这种和平与团结非常重要，它是推动砂拉越持续发展的根基，也有助我们实现各项经济发展计划。” “Sejambak Kasih”等举措，证明政府的关怀人民福祉，优先照顾民生的最佳体现，特别是在当地社区迎接重要佳节的时刻。 – UKAS 刊

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Serian Agrofest 2025 To Attract 4,000 Visitors, Targets RM100,000 In Sales Revenue

TEBEDU: Serian has been selected as the third location in the Sarawak Department of Agriculture’s series of divisional Agrofest roadshows, leading up to the main Sarawak Agrofest 2025 event scheduled to take place from 22 to 31 August 2025 in Bintulu. The three-day Serian Agrofest 2025 aims to attract around 4,000 visitors and generate an estimated RM100,000 in revenue through exhibitions showcasing the latest products and technologies in the agricultural sector. The event is held at Dataran Mutiara, Tebedu, from 2.30 pm to 5.00 pm, and is organised by the Serian Divisional Department of Agriculture. A total of 62 exhibition booths are featured this year, comprising 30 government agency booths and 32 booths by entrepreneurs and private companies. A livestock showcase is also among the key attractions of the festival. Participating agencies include the Sarawak Department of Agriculture, the Department of Veterinary Services Sarawak, the Sarawak Rubber Industry Board (SARIB), and several active private agricultural firms operating in the state. Adding to the vibrancy of the festival is the “Panu Birantan” or Gawai Parade, which brings together the Dayak communities—including the Bidayuh, Iban and Orang Ulu—alongside Malay and Chinese participants from the Serian Division, symbolising Sarawak’s unity in diversity. The opening ceremony of Serian Agrofest 2025 was officiated by Minister for Food Industry, Commodities and Regional Development, Dato Sri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom, at Dataran Mutiara Tebedu on Friday. Also in attendance were Deputy Minister for Food Industry, Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Ismail, Deputy Minister for Commodities and Regional Development, Datuk Martin Ben, Serian Member of Parliament, Dato Sri Dr Richard Riot Jaem, Tebedu Assemblyman, Dr Simon Sinang Bada; Bukit Semuja Assemblyman, John Ilus, Permanent Secretary to the Ministry, Datu Sirai Daha, Serian Division Resident, Caroline Cleophas Joseph and Director of the Sarawak Department of Agriculture, Dominic Chunggat. In conjunction with the event, several local entrepreneurs were presented with the 'Anugerah Usahawan Jaya' (Successful Entrepreneur Award) for their achievements in the agricultural sector. Recipients included Polok Lakeng (Food Crops), Tan Yek Hong (Agro-based Industry), Chua Hua Beng (Inland Aquaculture), and Emmanuel Henry Bujang (Livestock). -UKASnews

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Sarawak Governor Visits LIMA’25 Exhibition In Langkawi

LANGKAWI: The Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Sarawak, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, and his wife, Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, made an official visit to the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (LIMA’25) on Friday. The visit was held at the invitation of the Ministry of Defence Malaysia in conjunction with LIMA’25, which was officially opened by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on 20 May and is scheduled to conclude on Saturday. Upon arrival at the Langkawi International Airport, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi and Toh Puan were warmly received by Army Eastern Field Commander, Lieutenant General Dato’ Mohd Sofi Md Lepi and his wife, Datin Erni Irawati Rosli, along with senior Royal Malaysian Air Force officers, Brigadier General Ramli Mohd Abd. Jabar and Lieutenant Colonel Mohd Shahfreen Baba. Also part of the delegation was Sarawak Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, accompanied by his wife, Datin Sri Zuraini. The Governor and his entourage were then taken to the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC) for a tour of the various exhibition booths showcasing cutting-edge technologies in the aerospace and maritime sectors. The visit began at the SAPURA booth and was followed by a captivating aerial acrobatics and tactical aircraft formation display. The itinerary continued with visits to booths by Turkish defence companies ASELSAN and STM, as well as Malaysia’s National Aerospace and Defence Industry (NADI), before the delegation departed for Kuala Lumpur. LIMA’25, held under the theme “Today’s Progress, Tomorrow’s Achievements,” marks its 17th edition and remains the largest maritime and aerospace exhibition in Southeast Asia. The event gathers industry players from across the globe, including participants from China, France, Japan, India, the United Kingdom, Russia, and many others, featuring more than 100 aircraft and 35 naval vessels on display. In his statement of appreciation, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi expressed hope that LIMA would continue to serve as a key platform to empower local entrepreneurs and small and medium enterprises in Malaysia’s strategic industries. He also extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Ministry of Defence for the successful organisation of this prestigious event, which he described as a meaningful and insightful experience. -UKASnews