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Special Biography To Commemorate Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi As UTS Chancellor

KUCHING: The appointment of Sarawak Governor, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Ja'afar, as the second Chancellor of Universiti Teknologi Sarawak (UTS) will be honoured in a special biography detailing his life journey and significant contributions. The biography is set to be launched during the 9th UTS Convocation Ceremony this December, in recognition of the historic appointment of Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi. UTS Vice Chancellor, Professor Datuk Dr Khairuddin Ab. Hamid, said the biography will include Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi's insights and advice on UTS's future direction as a state-owned higher education institution. “His extensive experience in the federal government and various ministries will serve as a valuable guide in ensuring UTS continues to grow in line with Sarawak's development agenda. "He also highlighted the importance of equipping students with knowledge, management skills and a comprehensive understanding of humanitarian elements,” he said. He said this to reporters after paying a courtesy call on pthe Sarawak Governor at the Astana Negeri Sarawak on Thursday.  He added that Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi's appointment as Chancellor will set a benchmark for strengthening the management and academic programmes at UTS, especially in producing a workforce that aligns with Sarawak's needs. Also present were UTS Registrar, Jimmy De Rozario @ Abdul Rahman, Head of Administration and Corporate Relations, Mohd Ian Daim Mahmud, Marketing and Student Recruitment Manager, Kuching Lau Wee Ming, and other honoured guests. -UKASnews

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Sarawak-level Malaysia Day 2024: Simanggang Town In The Spotlight

SRI AMAN: Simanggang Town is set to become the centre of attention with the hosting of Sarawak-level Malaysia Day 2024 celebrations on September 16. Sri Aman Division, known for the signing of the peace agreement or the Sri Aman Declaration in 1973, is now ready to host the celebration. This year's celebration will be enlivened with various programmes, starting with the Thanksgiving Ceremony on September 14 at the Dewan Suarah Sri Aman.  In the afternoon, the celebration continues with the ‘Konsert Rakyat’ at the Sri Aman Riverbank. The public will be entertained by local celebrities, along with cultural performances and a fireworks display as the highlight of the event. On September 15, the celebration will continue with a Thanksgiving Ceremony at the Masjid Bandar Sri Aman.  The event is expected to be attended by the Sarawak Governor, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, along with his wife, Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi. Also expected to attend are the Sarawak Premier, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg, and his wife, Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tun Tuanku Bujang. The highlight event, the Sarawak-level Malaysia Day Assembly, will take place on September 16 at the Sri Aman Sports Complex Indoor Stadium. The ceremony will be graced by the presence of Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi and his wife, Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, as well as Datuk Patinggi Abang Zohari and his wife, Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani. Sarawakians, especially in Sri Aman, are welcome to attend and further enliven the Sarawak-level Malaysia Day 2024 celebrations. -UKASnews

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Ngemah Assemblyman Launches Kembara Merdeka Jalur Gemilang 2024 In Kanowit

KANOWIT: Ngemah Assemblyman, Tuan Anyi Jana, has officially launched the Kembara Merdeka Jalur Gemilang 2024 event for the Sarawak district of Kanowit at Rh. Taboh, Nanga Ngungun. In his speech welcoming the Kembara Merdeka Jalur Gemilang (KMJG) 2024 convoy to Rh. Taboh, he highlighted the establishment of the Resettlement Scheme (SPS) in Nanga Ngungun, which includes 27 longhouses such as Jagau, Tada, and Sekuau. This initiative, started during the 1970s emergency period, demonstrates the government's commitment to ensuring the safety of local residents and signifies independence. The scheme aims to enhance human civilisation by organising the population and continually improving the area with safer roads to facilitate social and economic activities. “The excitement among the people was evident as they awaited the KMJG convoy, which brightened up the route to the planned destination. "Previously, we could only watch from afar, and I hope future years will see even more flags decorating homes in Kanowit as a symbol of national pride,” he said. “This day is historic for our longhouse, being chosen as a stop for the KMJG 2024, which also involves students from Sekolah Kebangsaan Nanga Ngungun,” he added. Earlier, Chief Assistant Director of the Malaysian Information Department (JAPEN) Sarawak, Ajes Tuah, spoke about the aim of the KMJG event, which is to boost patriotism and love for the country among Malaysians of diverse backgrounds and religions. He also mentioned that the event aims to restore public confidence and involvement in government programs and activities, supporting the government's policies within the Malaysia MADANI framework. “I hope the local community will use this celebration to reflect on the meaning of independence. “Although the KMJG convoy event in Kanowit is modest, it carries important messages for the local residents. "The activities organised at the celebration, including social media updates, mobile announcements, leaflet distributions, casual chats, briefings, and speeches, can significantly impact the community,” Ajes said. Also present were ASP Sydney Kassim from the Kanowit Police District, Arrahman Chik from the Kanowit Fire and Rescue Station, Penghulu Dunstan Mandau and other distinguished guests. -UKASnews

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Alya Eryna Eliysha Johan Pertandingan Bercerita Secara Maya

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Alya Eryna Eliysha Rahman dari Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Kampung Baru muncul johan Pertandingan Bercerita Secara Maya bertemakan Bandar Mesra Kanak-Kanak anjuran Majlis Perbandaran Kota Samarahan (MPKS) pada Khamis. Beliau berjaya menewaskan peserta lain sekaligus membawa pulang hadiah wang tunai bernilai RM250 beserta piala dan sijil penyertaan. Sementara itu, naib johan disandang oleh Nawal Sufia Mohd Shukri dari Sri Al-Amin Kota Samarahan untuk membawa pulang hadiah wang tunai bernilai RM200, piala dan sijil penyertaan. Manakala pemenang tempat ketiga dimenangi oleh Izz Dzakirin Qayyum Iswandy dari SK Suungai Ladong Simunjan dan membawa pulang hadiah wang tunai RM150 piala dan sijil penyertaan. Majlis penyampaian hadiah disampaikan oleh Ahli MPKS Kaunselor Kuek Khiok Khuang. -EDISI UKAS

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Sarawak Government Establishes Special Committee To Assist The Penan Community

MIRI: The Sarawak government is set to establish a special committee to assist the Penan community in the state. Sarawak Premier, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg, announced that the committee will include elected representatives and is aimed at drafting policies to support the Penan community, as requested by their community leaders. “I will form a state-level committee with the elected representatives to assess and find ways to formulate policies that will help the Penan community, as requested through their community leaders,” he said. He made this statement while attending the Memorandum Handover Ceremony in Support of Penan Community Development to the Sarawak Government here on Wednesday. Responding to one of the requests made by the Penan leaders, Datuk Patinggi Abang Zohari assured that the government would ensure the inclusion of all ethnic groups, particularly Sarawakians, in the public service sector, in line with the Post-COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, which prioritises inclusivity. “Earlier, the Pemanca mentioned that more Penan people should join the public service. Through PCDS 2030, the term ‘inclusive’ emphasises inclusivity. "This means that all Sarawakians should be supported, and by 2026, we will also be offering free education to all Sarawakian children," he stated. The event was attended by 50 Penan community leaders from Miri, Telang Usan, Marudi, and Beluru. Also present were Sarawak Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, Sarawak Transport Minister, Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin, Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier's Department (Labour, Immigration, and Project Monitoring), Datuk Gerawat Gala, Sarawak Deputy State Secretary (Economic Planning & Development), Datu Dr Muhammad Abdullah Zaidel, and Deputy Minister of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Rosey Yunus.-UKASnews

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诗巫国际舞蹈节（SIDF）为诗巫增添吸引力

诗巫：诗巫国际舞蹈节（SIDF）的举办可为诗巫镇增添吸引力。 砂旅游、创意产业及表演艺术部长拿督斯里阿都卡林表示，此活动不仅受到当地居民的期待，也受到周边地区和砂拉越以外地区人们的期待。 “如果没有娱乐、没有表演艺术、没有音乐，那就意味着生活会有点无聊。这就是为什么，在任何城市或地方，我们每年都需要举办这类活动。我希望看到包括舞蹈在内的表演艺术，包括这项国际舞蹈可在砂任何省份举行。” 他星期二在诗巫敦端姑布武让广场举行的诗巫国际舞蹈节开幕仪式上致词时，如是说。 拿督斯里阿都卡林表示，这是第10次举办这项活动，这项记录来的不易。 “这证明这座城市对艺术产业的浓厚兴趣，以及十多年来成功组织该活动的诗巫国际舞蹈节团队的坚实和强大。” 诗巫国际舞蹈节日将从9月17日至19日，为期3天，将带来各种有趣的现代和传统舞蹈表演。 出席者包括砂旅游、创意产业及表演艺术部副部长​​拿督史诺丹和诗巫市议会主席丁永豪。-UKAS刊  

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拿督斯里花蒂玛参观第21届大马残运会广播中心

古晋：砂妇女、儿童及社区和谐部长拿督斯里花蒂玛阿都拉星期三参观位于柏特拉体育馆的广播中心。 她到访砂拉越电视台（TVS）和马来西亚广播电视台（RTM）的广播室，以了解于9月22日至28日举行的第21届大马残运会的最后准备工作。 早前，身兼第21届大马残运会筹备委员会主席的她，也象征性地为第21届大马残运会广播中心揭幕，并接受TVS的特别采访。 出席者包括砂总理署副部长（企业事务、资讯及公关组）拿督阿都拉赛多、砂妇女、儿童及社区和谐部副部长拿督莫哈末拉西以及砂妇女、儿童及社区和谐部常务秘书拿督陈雅花。-UKAS刊

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媒体是向公众传播大马残运会的中坚力量

古晋：媒体是向公众传播2024年第21届大马残运会赛事报道的中坚力量。 砂妇女、儿童及社区和谐部长拿督斯里花蒂玛阿都拉表示，她本人对东道主砂拉越的承诺感到敬佩，包括砂拉越为2024年第21届大马残运会提供广播媒体等服务。 “对于大马残运会以及已完成的马运会的筹备委员会而言，这是一个非常重要的委员会，可以确保无论是在比赛场地、住宿还是其他任何地方发生的事情都能被公众了解并分享。” “同时，通过广播媒体，不仅让砂人可以关注大马残运会期间的赛程，砂拉越以外的地方也可以了解大马残运会的活力，包括比赛赛程。” 她是星期三为位于潘德莉拉水上运动中心主媒体中心（PMU）主持开幕仪式后在新闻发布会上这么说。 第21届大马残运会筹备委员会主席拿督斯里花蒂玛阿都拉对媒体确保大马残运会顺利进行表示感谢。 与此同时，砂总理部副部长（企业事务、资讯及公关组）拿督阿都拉赛多呼吁媒体，借此机会报道有关残运会运动员旅程的。 他解释，这类新闻可以看到运动员及其家人的牺牲，他们在成为各区域代表队之前，牺牲时间和精力，甚至金钱。 与上届2024年第21届大马残运会一样，此次残运会也为媒体成员提供比赛，主要分为3个组别，即公开摄影组、25岁及以下青年摄影组。及录像组。 对于开放摄影组，第一名的奖金为3000令吉，第二名和第三名的奖金分别为2000令吉和 1000令吉，5名安慰奖得主将每人可获得200令吉。 青少年摄影和录像组别冠军奖金为2000、亚军奖金为1000令吉、季军奖金为750令吉，另外5名安慰奖得主则可获得100现金奖励。 出席者也包括砂妇女、儿童及社区和谐部副部长兼2024年第21届大马残运会砂代表团团长拿督莫哈末拉西、砂妇女、儿童及社区和谐部常务秘书拿督陈雅花、砂公关单位总监山姆西门等嘉宾。—UKAS刊

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Belawai Festival To Feature 33 Events On September 20-29

  BELAWAI: Various exciting activities will take place during the 10-day Belawai Festival, scheduled from September 20 to 29. Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment, Datuk Len Talif Salleh said a total of 33 events have been lined up throughout the festival, involving the participation of over 1,000 members of the local community. The festival is set to be officiated by the Sarawak Premier, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg on September 29. “This programme caters to all levels of society. If we look at the impact of this programme at Belawai Beach, it benefits not only the people in Kampung Belawai but also the entire Tanjung Manis District.  “It provides an excellent platform to further develop Belawai Beach as a tourist destination,” he said when met by reporters after chairing the final coordination meeting for the Belawai Festival 2024 at the Tanjung Manis District Office on Wednesday.  In addition to performances by famous celebrities, there will also be over 150 stalls, along with a fishing competition targeting more than 500 participants with a grand prize of RM 20,000 for the winner. The Kuala Rajang Assemblyman added that the programme this time is more packed and exciting compared to previous years. Therefore, Datuk Len invites and encourages local and out-of-town residents to come and liven up the planned festival. Also present during the meeting were Acting District Officer of Tanjung Manis, Ismail Kasah, department heads, community leaders, and members of the Belawai Festival Committee. -UKASnews

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Reconstruction Of Rumah Labang Reflects Sarawak Government’s Commitment

BINTANGOR: The reconstruction of Rumah Labang underscores the commitment of the Sarawak Government in ensuring the welfare and wellbeing of the people.  According to Meradong Assemblyman, Datuk Ding Kuong Hiing, since the fire incident that affected 34 doors of the longhouse in 2017, the Sarawak Government has provided various funds to alleviate the burden of the residents.  Among others, Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) funds totalling RM1.397 million were channeled to rebuild the longhouse equipped with essential facilities such as water and electricity supplies.  “This included a RTP allocation this year amounting to RM150,000 to cement the front yard of the longhouse to be used as a parking area,” he said while speaking at the Thanksgiving Ceremony for the Reconstruction of Rumah Labang, Sungai Tulai, here, on Wednesday.  Datuk Ding added that RM50,000 in disaster relief funds were distributed to each household with a total allocation of RM1.7 million for the 34 doors.  The reconstruction of Rumah Labang was fully completed in 2023 after delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Also present during the ceremony were representative of the Sarikei Division Resident, Henry Gimong, Acting Meradong District Officer, Thomas Geoffrey Kendawang, Meradong District Police Chief, DSP Sekam Anoi, and Secretary of the Maradong and Julau District Council, Lau Chi Sing. -UKASnews