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DBKU holds two-day public speaking course for KIK members
Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) ran a two-day public speaking and presentation skills course at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK). The course involved members of DBKU's Innovative and Creative Groups (KIK), including preparation for SCSICA 2026 and the DBKU KIK Convention 2026.
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Sarawak invites Brunei to join Borneo Quran recitation event in Kuching
The Sarawak government has officially invited Brunei to participate in the Borneo Cities Quran Recitation Assembly (MTQBB) 2026, scheduled for October 26-29 in Kuching. The invitation was delivered during a courtesy call to Brunei's Minister of Religious Affairs in Bandar Seri Begawan. The main event will be held at the Sarawak Islamic Complex Hall, with the opening ceremony by the Sarawak Premier on October 27.
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BCCK in Kuching named venue for national Malaysia Day 2026 celebration
The Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) in Sarawak has been officially selected as the venue for the national-level Malaysia Day celebration on Sept 16. The decision to hold the event indoors was made due to the current haze affecting parts of Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia. The celebration will feature cultural performances and the signing of the Malaysia Proclamation Book.
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Sarawak Energy expands billing support counters to Sibu, Bintulu and Miri
Sarawak Energy is extending its dedicated billing support counters to Sibu, Bintulu and Miri following customer complaints about electricity bills. The initiative, which started at Wisma SESCO in Kuching, will run until October to help customers get their accounts reviewed. The utility has identified 22 customer cases raised on Facebook and is engaging with those affected.
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PBDS to chart future direction, unveil unity charter at Sept 19 convention in Kuching
Parti Bansa Dayak Sarawak (PBDS) will hold its 2026 convention on Sept 19 at a hotel in Kuching to set its future political direction and launch its Political Unity Charter. Secretary-general Sanjan Daik said the convention, expected to draw about 500 delegates, aims to establish a clear political foundation and articulate the party's role in Dayak representation ahead of the state election.
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Sarawak invites Sabah to join Borneo Quran recitation assembly in Kuching
The Sarawak government has invited Sabah to participate in the Majlis Tilawah Al-Quran Bandaraya Se-Borneo (MTQBB) 2026, scheduled to be held in Kuching from October 26 to 29. The invitation was extended by Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi during a courtesy call to Sabah's Local Government and Housing Minister Datuk Mohd Arifin Mohd Arif. The event aims to unite major cities in Borneo through the Quran.
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Kuching ready for national Malaysia Day celebration on Sept 16, says minister
Preparations for the national-level Malaysia Day celebration in Kuching are progressing well, according to state minister Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The event will be held at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching on Sept 16, featuring speeches by leaders and cultural performances, with an estimated 5,000 attendees expected.
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Public briefing on Sarawak electoral boundary review set for Sept 8 in Kuching
Rise of Social Efforts (ROSE) will hold a public briefing on the Sarawak electoral boundary review on Tuesday, Sept 8, at Pua Kumbu, Lot 10 Boutique Hotel in Kuching. Election Commission commissioner Dr Mohd Faisal Syam Abdul Hazis and EC Sarawak director Abang Noraffian Abang Ibrahim will explain the process and answer questions.
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Abang Johari: Young Sarawak engineers must prepare for AI-driven future
Sarawak Premier Abang Johari told young engineers at the FEIAP 2026 General Assembly in Kuching to prepare for a future shaped by AI, humanoid robots and other emerging technologies. He urged them to anticipate challenges and develop solutions in areas like education, healthcare and infrastructure.
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Sarawak ready to be Asia-Pacific engineering testing ground, says Abang Johari
Sarawak Premier Abang Johari opened the FEIAP General Assembly in Kuching, inviting Asia-Pacific partners to use the state as a testing ground for new engineering solutions. He highlighted Sarawak's integrated development strategy and its strategic location in Borneo.