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Abang Johari: Sarawak’s progress should benefit all of Malaysia

KUCHING, Sept 17 — The Sarawak state government has clear plans to ensure that the state continues to advance and...

KUCHING, Sept 17 — Sarawak's state government is set on a clear path to ensure the territory thrives within a stable Malaysia, with its own economic growth acting as a catalyst for the nation's strength, according to Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The premier outlined plans to bolster the economic, energy, industrial, and technology sectors, alongside expanding regional development, saying these efforts would cement Sarawak's crucial role in the country's prosperity.

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President Lee set to meet IEA chief to discuss energy security

President Lee Jae Myung will meet with International Energy Agency (IEA) Executive Director Fatih Birol on Thursday to discuss energy security and other global issues, his office said. The meeting at Cheong Wa Dae was arranged as a follow-up to Lee's proposal during the Group of Seven summit in June to discuss ways to cooperate to…

All-Suite Japanese Cruise Ship to Debut Sat.

Yokohama, Sept. 17 (Jiji Press)--The Mitsui Ocean Sakura, an all-suite Japanese cruise ship, is set to go into service Saturday.

  • Mitsui Ocean Sakura, all-suite Japanese cruise ship, debuts Saturday
  • Successor to 35-year-old Nippon Maru cruise ship
  • 87-meter ship offers footbaths and panoramic ocean views

Kelana Jaya LRT services delayed by signalling disruption

LRT services on the Kelana Jaya Line are experiencing delays this morning following a disruption to the train signalling system, Rapid KL said.

  • Kelana Jaya Line services delayed due to signalling disruption
  • Trains operated manually between USJ 21 and Taipan stations
  • Rapid KL deploying auxiliary police and station staff for safety

Haze: 28 areas record unhealthy air quality

TWENTY-eight areas nationwide recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) readings as of 8am today, with Tasek Ipoh, Perak recording the highest reading at 181.

  • 28 areas across the country recorded unhealthy air quality.
  • Highest reading of 181 reported in Tasek Ipoh, Perak.
  • Areas with unhealthy readings include Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya.

WHEN THE ROAD BECOMES A NIGHTMARE

The Lagos-Ibadan Expressway needs urgent attention, writes AKINLOLU AKINPELUMI There is a point on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway where you begin to wonder whether you are still making progress or simply

WHY NIGERIA NEEDS A STRONG TAX OMBUD

The success of tax reform will ultimately depend on public acceptance, argues MUSA WADA Nigeria’s tax system is undergoing one of the most consequential transformations in the country’s economic…

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