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  • Deputy Minister of Women and Early Childhood Development Sarawak: Women Empowerment as a Catalyst for Economic and Social Progress

    Deputy Minister of Women and Early Childhood Development Sarawak: Women Empowerment as a Catalyst for Economic and Social Progress

    The Sarawak Women of Tomorrow Bootcamp stands as a testament to the power of collaboration among government, private sector, and civil society in fostering women’s leadership. During her keynote address at the SWOT Women Leadership Soirée Dinner, Deputy Minister of Women and Early Childhood Development Sarawak, YB Datuk Hajah Rosey Haji Yunus, emphasized that empowering women is not merely about fairness but is essential for driving economic and social development.

    “Tonight is a celebration of collaboration,” she stated, representing the Premier of Sarawak, YAB Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari. She highlighted the fast-paced evolution of the world, which presents new challenges requiring innovative and resilient leadership. “Women leaders are uniquely positioned to offer fresh perspectives that will help shape a more inclusive and sustainable future,” she added.

    The opening of SWOT 2024 featured a poignant address by Dato’ Sri Hajah Rohani Abdul Karim, Advisor in the Premier Office, who noted the critical need for sustainable leadership. She referenced the Global Gender Gap Index, which ranks Malaysia at 103 out of 146 countries, underscoring the need for continuous improvement. “Through sustained government initiatives, corporate partnerships, and programs like SWOT, we are ensuring that women in Sarawak are equipped to lead in today’s evolving landscape,” she said.

    Dato’ Hafsah Hasim, Chairperson of the Women Leadership Foundation (WLF), remarked on the bootcamp’s design to address contemporary challenges while preparing women leaders for future opportunities. “The complexities we face—whether in climate, economy, or social equality—demand leaders who navigate uncertainty with wisdom and innovation,” she stated. WLF’s mission is clear: to ensure women are not just participants but are empowered leaders shaping the future.

    Ms. Ada Liew, Principal Consultant of Huawei Malaysia, shared insights into the strengths women bring to leadership, particularly their collaborative spirit. “Huawei is dedicated to championing gender equality, both within our organization and across the global ICT landscape. Our commitment is to provide tools and platforms that enable women to excel in leadership roles,” she affirmed.

    This year’s bootcamp saw a remarkable increase in participation, with numbers rising from 29 in 2022 to 54 this year. The diverse group included representatives from government, government-linked companies, and small and medium-sized enterprises, reflecting SWOT’s commitment to inclusivity and its role in shaping the future of women leaders across various sectors.

    Themed “Empowerment for Sustainable Leadership: Navigating Tomorrow’s Challenges,” the four-day bootcamp featured keynote speeches from 30 distinguished women in both public and private sectors. They shared insights and personal stories designed to inspire participants to break barriers and become active contributors to the digital economy’s future.

    As the Sarawak Women of Tomorrow Bootcamp continues to flourish, it highlights the collective effort to empower women, ensuring they are equipped to take on leadership roles that will drive progress in their communities and beyond.

    Sarawak Women of Tomorrow Bootcamp (SWOT) 2024 participants after their one-day industry visit to the Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (CENTEXS), gaining hands on experience in emerging technologies.

    Participants also took part in a one-day industry visit to the Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (CENTEXS), gaining hands-on experience in emerging technologies to bridge the gap between theory and real-world applications of digital tools and innovations. 

    Beyond technical training, participants were also introduced to technology-enabled biodiversity conservation by the Sarawak Forestry Corporation during a visit to the Matang Wildlife Center, highlighting the power of technology in environmental stewardship and responsible leadership. 

    A transformative leadership programme, SWOT 2024 is aimed at fostering diversity, inclusion, and equality in support of the women leadership agenda in the country. This year’s programme provided comprehensive training in emerging technologies, business strategies, professional ethics, and corporate governance, while emphasising forward-thinking, inclusive, and responsible leadership skills. 

    Since October 2021, Huawei Malaysia and WLF have collaborated to develop female leadership through the Huawei ASEAN Academy, with a strong focus on sustainability tech. This partnership has provided over 1,000 hours of training to more than 2,000 individuals, with 34 per cent of participants advancing their careers, and at least 43 individuals moving into C-suite positions and board memberships.

  • Calling for Book Donations at Karnival Jom Heboh

    BESarawak, in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts (MTCP) Sarawak, is organising a Books Build Legacy book donation drive at Dataran Stadium Negeri, Kuching, during the Media Prima Karnival Jom Heboh from January 26 to 28.

    The mission is to collect 500 novels and reference books suitable for children and teenagers. Donations will be distributed to rural primary and secondary schools throughout Sarawak.

    Books Build Legacy is a statewide corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme under BESarawak’s Tribe Legacy Sarawak campaign to build value and create a shared legacy through collaboration. The programme is the largest of its kind in the business events industry and aims to promote literacy, education, and access to reading materials for children in rural Sarawak.

    Collection boxes will be available at the Sarawak Tourism Village, open from 8 AM until 12 AM. Anyone wishing to donate may contact Elynnie D. Jau (Manager—Government Liaison) at elynnie@sarawakcb.com or +6019-818-1231 or Jocelyn Chong (Government Liaison Assistant) at jocelyn@sarawakcb.com or +6014-686-1100.

     

  • CULTURAL HERITAGE GLORY: SARAWAK EMERGES AS CHAMPION.

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    Sarawak’s winning streak continues this year as it secures yet another significant international business event. Known as the “Olympic Games” of the global cultural calendar, Sarawak has been chosen to host the 22nd ICOMOS Triennial General Assembly 2026 (ICOMOS GA2026), with Kuching being the designated host city.

    ICOMOS Malaysia, the Malaysian national committee of the International Council on Monuments and Sites, will host ICOMOS GA2026 between October 17 and 24, 2026, with at least 2,000 cultural heritage experts and professionals from over 130 countries participating in meetings and scientific symposiums, social events and workshops, and technical visits to significant cultural and natural heritage sites in Kuching, Sarawak, and other parts of Malaysia.

    With turbulent changes taking place in the world today, from conflicts and war to natural disasters and climate change, ICOMOS GA2026 will design its scientific symposium around the theme  ‘Living Heritage: Respect, Enhance, Accept, and Partnership’ to promote the positive role of heritage conservation in supporting and promoting peace, respect, inclusivity, and sustainability.

    “Sarawak is home to a wide variety of ethnicities, cultures, and traditions that give our destination a unique and powerful identity; therefore, preserving cultural heritage sites and buildings is essential for maintaining our connection to history, culture, and community. However, with rapid urbanization and modernization, it becomes challenging to balance development and cultural conservation”, said the Honourable Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, Sarawak’s Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts. “The Sarawak Government is very proud to collaborate with ICOMOS Malaysia and deliver positive social, cultural, and economic benefits through the event, in line with Sarawak’s Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy 2030 and Malaysia’s commitment towards the protection and management of cultural heritage.”

    Speaking in today’s press conference, ICOMOS Malaysia President Tiong Kian Boon stated that hosting the 22nd ICOMOS GA2026 in Kuching is a huge vote of confidence in ICOMOS Malaysia by the Sarawak Government and an enormous undertaking for the national committee.

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    “It is the national committee’s dream for ICOMOS GA2026 to leave a lasting legacy of cultural interpretation and advocacy par excellence moving forward,” said Tiong Kian Boon. “We foresee delegates becoming advocates for the amazing experiences that Sarawak and Malaysia’s cultural heritage offer. Such a global event will have a high economic impact and wide-ranging benefits for future cultural tourism. We hope that ICOMOS GA2026 will highlight the importance of heritage as a tourism driver in Malaysia and Southeast Asia.”

    In terms of economic value, the event is expected to secure at least 16.3 million in total economic impact and a direct delegate expenditure of RM8.9 million, earning RM984,000 in taxes. Meanwhile, 1,301 job opportunities will be created for the local community.

    ICOMOS Malaysia Deputy President, Faisal Abdul Rahman, said “ICOMOS GA2026 aligns closely with the Malaysian government’s commitment towards the UNESCO World Heritage Convention in the protection and management of cultural heritage, particularly of the 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the country, with many more new nominations on the way. GA2026 is an opportunity to highlight to an international audience the significant achievements of Malaysia and Sarawak in cultural heritage management as well as the role of the cultural heritage sector in the nation’s economic growth.”

    “Since launching the state-level business events campaign, Tribe Legacy Sarawak, in 2020, we are initiating more collaborations that lead to greater benefits for the industry and beyond,” expressed Amelia Roziman, BESarawak’s CEO. “The campaign emphasizes how collaborations can add greater value to business events. In the case of ICOMOS GA2026, we collaborated with Sarawak Government Ministries and Agencies and the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau to bring this significant event to our destination. Our hope is to establish a legacy where Sarawak becomes the central hub for culture and heritage conservation in the country.”

    ICOMOS Malaysia is seeking partnerships with the public and private sectors throughout Malaysia as strategic partners and/or corporate partners. To inquire about the collaborative opportunities or an interview with ICOMOS Malaysia, kindly contact Faisal Abdul Rahman (Deputy President, ICOMOS Malaysia) at +6013-6359292 or email empirefaisal@gmail.com.

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  • MELAKSANAKAN RANGKAIAN KERJASAMA DI KALANGAN AGENSI PENGUATKUASA UNTUK MEMPERTAHANKAN KEBOCORAN BARANG TERKAWAL/BERSUBSIDI DI SEMPADAN NEGARA, SERIKIN, SARAWAK

    SERIKIN, 23 Oktober 2022 – Pos Kawalan Sempadan Serikin yang terletak di Bau, Sarawak telah mengalu-alukan kedatangan YBhg. Datuk Azman bin Mohd Yusof, Ketua Setiausaha Kementerian Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Hal Ehwal Pengguna (KPDNHEP), untuk lawatan kerja. Pihak pengurusan tertinggi kementerian juga turut hadir.

    Lawatan kerja ini bertujuan untuk meninjau situasi semasa sempadan Malaysia – Indonesia di Serikin, Bau, Sarawak susulan pembukaan semula Pos Kawalan Sempadan Serikin bagi merancakkan kembali aktiviti perdagangan antara kedua – dua Negara, Malaysia – Indonesia selaras dengan pembukaan semula Pasar Serikin.

    Selain itu, tujuan lawatan ini juga antara lain adalah bagi memperkukuh jaringan kerjasama antara pihak KPDNHEP dengan lain-lain agensi penguatkuasaan yang mengawal sempadan di kawasan ini seperti Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM), Angkatan Tentera Malaysia (ATM), Jabatan Kastam Diraja Malaysia (JKDM), Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia (JIM) dan Majlis Keselamatan Negara Negeri Sarawak (MKN).

    Dalam lawatan ini, antara isu yang diberi tumpuan adalah berkaitan mekanisme untuk membanteras aktiviti penyeludupan barang kawalan/bersubsidi melalui sempadan Serikin, Malaysia ke Indonesia seperti gas petroleum cecair (LPG), minyak masak, petrol, diesel, gula dan tepung gandum dengan lebih berkesan.

    Isu penyeludupan barang kawalan/bersubsidi di sempadan antarabangsa Malaysia yang terdiri daripada Negara Thailand, Indonesia, Brunei dan Singapura merupakan salah satu perkara utama yang menjadi perhatian Kementerian. Berdasarkan statistik penguatkuasaan KPDNHEP pada tahun 2022 bermula 1 Januari 2022 sehingga 30 September 2022 sebanyak 427 kes penyeludupan barang kawalan/bersubsidi di pintu-pintu sempadan Negara di bawah Akta Kawalan Bekalan 1961 telah berjaya dipatahkan di seluruh Negara melibatkan nilai rampasan berjumlah RM 69.74 juta.

    KPDNHEP memandang serius isu ketirisan barang kawalan/bersubsidi yang berlaku kerana ianya boleh mengakibatkan kerugian yang besar kepada Negara selain barang kawalan/bersubsidi yang sepatutnya dinikmati oleh rakyat Malaysia telah diseleweng oleh pihak yang tidak bertanggungjawab ke Negara jiran demi mengaut keuntungan lumayan dengan melakukan aktiviti haram ini.

    Kementerian akan terus mengadakan jaringan serta memperkukuhkan kerjasama dengan lain-lain agensi penguatkuasaan bagi mempertingkatkan aktiviti penguatkuasaan di sempadan Negara bagi mengatasi isu penyeludupan barangan kawalan/bersubsidi daripada terus berleluasa menerusi operasi bersepadu serta tindakan secara due diligence dengan mengadakan pengauditan di setiap rantaian pengedaran barang kawalan.

    Kementerian memberikan peringatan kepada mana-mana pihak agar lebih bertanggungjawab apabila berurusan dengan barangan kawalan/bersubsidi bagi mengelak dikenakan hukuman berat mengikut undang-undang.

    Tindakan tegas di bawah Akta Kawalan Bekalan 1961 akan dikenakan ke atas mana-mana pihak yang cuba untuk melakukan penyeludupan ke atas barangan kawalan/bersubsidi termasuk dihadapkan ke Mahkamah di mana jika disabitkan boleh didenda tidak melebihi RM 1,000,000.00 (Ringgit Malaysia Satu Juta) manakala bagi kesalahan berikutnya tidak melebihi RM 3,000,000.00 (Ringgit Malaysia Tiga Juta) bagi orang perseorangan atau penjara tidak melebihi tiga tahun atau kedua-duanya sekali manakala bagi syarikat sekiranya sabit kesalahan boleh didenda tidak melebihi RM 2,000,000.00 (Ringgit Malaysia Dua Juta) manakala bagi kesalahan berikutnya tidak melebihi RM 5,000,000.00 (Ringgit Malaysia Lima Juta).

    Orang ramai disaran untuk bersama-sama membantu Kerajaan dengan menjadi mata dan telinga kepada pihak berkuasa dengan menyalurkan sebarang maklumat serta aduan berhubung isu penyelewengan barangan kawalan/bersubsidi kepada pihak KPDNHEP melalui saluran berikut:

    i. WhatsApp 019-279 4317 / 019-848 8000
    ii. Portal Aduan; e-aduan.kpdnhep.gov.my
    iii. Call Centre 1-800-886-800
    iv. Emel e-aduan@kpdnhep.gov.my
    v. Ez ADU KPDNHEP