Sarawak.
state in Malaysia
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What's happening
Active this week
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Pos Malaysia operates across Peninsular Malaysia while electric vehicle use expands in Sabah and Sarawak, alongside regional study group participation.Some support4 reports
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Calls have been made for increased representation of the constituent states of Sabah and Sarawak within the federal structure of Malaysia.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Government prioritizes infrastructure in Sabah and Sarawak while increasing Mitra allocation for the Indian community.Some support1 report
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim offered condolences following a crash, while haze from Indonesia continues to affect Sarawak.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Abang Johari leads Sarawak's state-owned enterprise transformation and seeks increased budget allocation from the federal government.Some support2 reports
Earlier this month
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Minister Azalina Othman Said advocated for expedited parliamentary seat increases and held initial discussions with the Election Commission.Some support1 report
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Sarawak attracts new international investment from Thailand and Japan, while Petros plans to develop new wells in the state's oil and gas hub, Miri.Some support1 report
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Kua Kia Soong campaigned against forest destruction in Sarawak, while Aliran accepted donations via CIMB bank account.Some support1 report
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Sarawak feels left behind by the rapid economic transformation occurring in Peninsular Malaysia.Some support1 report
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Federal Parliament must endorse state constituency expansion in Sarawak.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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Leadership from Sarawak and Sabah consulted regarding the implementation of fuel subsidies.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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The Election Commission will review boundaries for Sarawak, Sabah, and Peninsular Malaysia.Some support3 reports
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Premier outlines land policy for state development in Sarawak.Some support2 reports
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PM Anwar Ibrahim announced subsidy and assistance measures, allocating interim aid to Sabah and Sarawak.Some support2 reports
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Cooperation exploring waste and water management between Sarawak and an unnamed partner began on September 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Smallholders in Sarawak are lobbying Putrajaya, calling on the central government to review the current diesel subsidy scheme.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A call is made for leadership in Sarawak and Malaysia to evolve to meet global demands.Some support1 report
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Nancy Shukri advocated for increased women's political participation in Sarawak.Some support1 report
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The formation of the Federal Government is underway, involving the constituent states of Sabah and Sarawak within the nation of Malaysia.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The Federation of Malaysia has expanded its structure to include Labuan as a component territory, alongside Sarawak and Sabah as component states, with the Senate involved in the bicameral structure.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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Calls have been made to consider geographical realities when determining representation for Sarawak and Sabah.Some support1 report
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Governments have ordered free tickets for students originating from Sabah, Sarawak, Pahang, and Perak.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Federal Government agreed to increase the representation of both Sabah and Sarawak, with Anwar Ibrahim chairing a technical committee meeting.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A fatal crash in Sarawak has prompted a public discussion regarding healthcare welfare.Some support1 report
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Sabah and Sarawak are partners in the Malaysian federation and hold key influence in federal government formation.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Tabung Haji is facing multiple crises, including links to a hotel in Saudi Arabia, alleged misappropriation of property, and suspensions announced in Sarawak.Some support1 report
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The initiative focuses on elevating the maritime industry in both Sarawak and Malaysia.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Smoke from Indonesian fires drifts into Sabah and haze affects Sarawak due to governance failure.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Haze from forest fires impacted regional air quality in Sarawak, a state of Malaysia.Some support3 reports
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Faisal discussed the topic of redelineation in Sarawak on September 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Pahang, Selangor, Sarawak, and Penang recorded high cost of living indices on September 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Indonesia implements haze control measures, including cloud-seeding and utilizing the ASEAN framework, as haze drifts from Kalimantan toward Sarawak.Well supported14 reports5 developments inside
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Sarawak requested a haze emergency declaration, with Kuching being the capital of the state.Some support1 report
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Research was conducted in Sarawak.Some support1 report
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Hotspots persist in Kalimantan causing haze.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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High air pollution readings are recorded in Sarawak and Selangor, affecting air quality in the region.Some support3 reports
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Widespread fires are impacting the infrastructure and land across the states of Johor, Malaysia, and Sarawak.Some support1 report
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Ties between Sarawak and Indonesia are expanding into trade, tourism, education, and health, with Indonesian specialists undertaking fellowship training.Some support1 report
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Minister Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah leads tourism policy development and NTO pursues event sustainability standards in Sarawak.Some support2 reports
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Transboundary smoke from West Kalimantan is hammering Sarawak.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Proposals are underway for a climate and economic alliance across the island of Borneo, involving Sarawak and Sabah.Some support2 reports4 developments inside
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Sarawak and Sabah are seeking advice and coordinating operations for the rescue of bees.Some support1 report
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Sarawak is hosting the IUPAC World Polymer Congress, with the pilot project located in Kuching.Some support1 report
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Sarawak's economic transformation is being driven by cooperation with Malaysia.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Sibu hosted a Sarawak Day celebration to appreciate Sarawak's development and contributions to Malaysia's nation-building.Some support1 report
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Sarawak is confirmed to be a region within the larger federation of Malaysia.Well supported38 reports
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A training program has been established to link Sarawak and Kedah.Some support1 report
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Trials are assessing the suitability of perennial rice varieties for cultivation in Sarawak.Some support1 report
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Sibu is cited as a nature reserve example as the Premier drives green economic development and forest resource management in Sarawak.Some support1 report
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Gunung Mulu National Park in Sarawak achieved international recognition through parks.Some support1 report
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Gardenia announced its plant location for investment in Kota Samarahan, Sarawak.Some support1 report
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The state leadership has outlined a vision for development, including plans to transform Sibu into a smart city.Some support1 report
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Lee Kim Shin has been appointed as the State Transport Minister in Sarawak.Some support4 reports
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Swinburne Sarawak hosted a satellite technology sharing session while Irfan worked on a CubeSat at USC's research center.Some support1 report
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Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) holds a majority of seats in Sarawak.Some support3 reports
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Political parties in Sarawak, including SUPP and DAP, are involved in a situation where the federal government failed to honor commitments.Some support1 report
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Sarawak government offers free education at Curtin University, with Liwan Lagang (Deputy Minister) involved.Some support2 reports
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GPS administration in Sarawak implemented policies affecting state revenue.Some support1 report
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The Ministry of Health has begun strengthening food safety oversight in Sarawak, specifically monitoring home-based food businesses.Some support1 report
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Advocates for private sector involvement in public healthcare in Sarawak.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Sarawak
Events traced to Sarawak, step by step, newest first- Haze from Kalimantan may reduce crop yield and air quality in SarawakHaze from Kalimantan may reduce crop yield and air quality in SarawakPossible
- Parliamentary focus may address agricultural costs and bushfires in SarawakParliamentary focus may address agricultural costs and bushfires in SarawakPossible
Explainers that pass through Sarawak
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News at the entities that move Sarawak most-
Kalimantan OperationalMalaysia assists Indonesia with fire containment in Kalimantan, with Japan deploying Kunisaki and Prabowo requesting aid.Moves Sarawak
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Indonesia OperationalSingapore announced it is targeting companies linked to Indonesian haze pollution.Moves Sarawak
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Malaysia StructuralPublic Bank contributed to the outlook on the Malaysian economy in August 2026.Moves Sarawak
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Anwar Ibrahim OperationalAnwar Ibrahim urged expedited approvals for student accommodation, while Bukit Jalil was mentioned in housing initiatives.Moves Sarawak
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federal government StructuralThe Nigeria Labour Congress demands relief from federal government policies amid naira depreciation and rising PMS prices.Moves Sarawak
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Kuching StructuralIndigenous rights protection in Kuching is challenged due to land issues.Moves Sarawak
Connections
The 40 strongest of 9,679, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Malaysia Structural
Sarawak is a constituent state of the Malaysian federation, operating under national law and contributing to national development.
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Anwar Ibrahim Operational
Sarawak and Anwar Ibrahim engage in active policy coordination, resource negotiation, and mutual governance regarding state interests.
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Sarawak State Legislative Assembly Structural
The body is the specific legislative institution responsible for the governance and laws of the state.
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SIRIM Structural
SIRIM operates as a subsidiary supporting Sarawak's net zero drive.
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Kalimantan Operational
Fires and haze originating in Kalimantan directly impact the air quality and environment of Sarawak.
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Sri Aman Structural
Sri Aman is a formally recognized and functioning division of the larger entity, Sarawak.
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Indonesia Operational
Indonesia's forest fires and resulting haze actively impact the air quality and environment of Sarawak across the border.
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Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu Operational
Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu actively governs and participates in the political processes of the state of Sarawak.
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federal government Structural
Sarawak is an integral and necessary component in the formation and ongoing operational structure of the Federal Government.
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Sabah Operational
The states actively interact through shared policy participation, political coordination, and competition over constitutional revenue entitlements and development.
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Kuching Structural
Kuching is the designated capital city and a primary location within the state of Sarawak.
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Western Digital Transactional
Sarawak is attracting Western Digital investment by hosting a plant and offering incentives.
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Sim Kui Hian Structural
Sim Kui Hian holds the appointed position of Deputy Premier within the governmental structure of Sarawak.
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Bintulu Port Structural
Sarawak government has assumed control, management, and regulatory authority over Bintulu Port.
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Gabungan Parti Sarawak Structural
GPS functions as the ruling coalition and government administration within the political structure of Sarawak, implementing all relevant policies.
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Lee Kim Shin Structural
Lee Kim Shin holds the appointed office of State Transport Minister within the government structure of Sarawak.
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Abang Johari Structural
Abang Johari serves as the political leader and administrator, driving the policy and governance of the Sarawak state.
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Liwan Lagang Structural
Liwan Lagang serves as a Deputy Minister within the governmental structure of Sarawak.
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Douglas Uggah Embas Operational
Douglas Uggah Embas is actively managing and chairing disaster response efforts within Sarawak.
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Gunung Mulu National Park Structural
Sarawak hosts and provides the necessary legal and geographic framework for Gunung Mulu National Park to exist and achieve international recognition.
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Kota Samarahan Structural
Kota Samarahan is administratively located within the state of Sarawak.
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finance ministry Operational
The finance ministry and Sarawak are engaged in formal collaboration, including the implementation of subsidized schemes and the finalization of revenue-sharing formulas.
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election commission Structural
The Election Commission is the formal body responsible for managing electoral processes and representation within the political entity of Sarawak.
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Curtin University Structural
Sarawak government provides free education benefits to students attending Curtin University.
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El Niño Operational
El Niño is forecast to influence Sarawak by causing higher temperatures and lower rainfall.
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West Kalimantan Operational
Transboundary haze and smoke plumes drift from West Kalimantan into Sarawak.
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Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah Structural
Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah serves as the Sarawak Tourism Minister, leading tourism policy development for the state.
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Ahmad Zahid Hamidi Operational
Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's government actively implements policies and acknowledges Sarawak's development and contributions.
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Ministry of Health Structural
The Ministry of Health operates within the jurisdiction of Sarawak to oversee food safety and health matters.
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Nancy Shukri Operational
Nancy Shukri operates as a political figure whose advocacy focuses on increasing women's political participation within the state of Sarawak.
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Putrajaya Transactional
Sarawak is engaged in ongoing negotiations regarding a revised grant mechanism with the federal government centered in Putrajaya.
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El Nino Shared context
El Nino is a large-scale climate pattern that influences regional weather conditions, such as flooding and haze, in Sarawak.
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Ministry of Finance Structural
The Ministry of Finance regulates and implements schemes within the jurisdiction of Sarawak.
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Hyundai Operational
Hyundai established a 3S service center in Sarawak, indicating an active market presence and operational interaction between the company and the region.
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Jakarta Operational
Environmental issues originating in the Indonesian context, such as forest fires, demonstrably influence the air quality and environment of Sarawak.
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Alexander Nanta Linggi Operational
B is actively discussing and advocating for specific political changes regarding new state seats within the political structure of A.
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Fadillah Yusof Structural
Sarawak's grant governance is tied to formal regulatory articles overseen by political figures like Fadillah Yusof.
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Kuching South City Council Structural
Kuching South City Council functions as a local administrative authority within the jurisdiction of Sarawak.
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Fadillah Operational
Fadillah is actively involved in negotiations regarding Sarawak's interim Special Grant status.
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Kuching Shared context
Kuching functions as the state capital of Sarawak, placing it within the larger administrative and environmental context of the state.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
5 events- Government prioritizes infrastructure in Sabah and Sarawak while increasing Mitra allocation for the Indian community.
- Minister Azalina Othman Said advocated for expedited parliamentary seat increases and held initial discussions with the Election Commission.
- Sarawak attracts new international investment from Thailand and Japan, while Petros plans to develop new wells in the state's oil and gas hub, Miri.
- Kua Kia Soong campaigned against forest destruction in Sarawak, while Aliran accepted donations via CIMB bank account.
- Sarawak feels left behind by the rapid economic transformation occurring in Peninsular Malaysia.
September 2026
22 events- Pos Malaysia operates across Peninsular Malaysia while electric vehicle use expands in Sabah and Sarawak, alongside regional study group participation.
- Calls have been made for increased representation of the constituent states of Sabah and Sarawak within the federal structure of Malaysia.
- Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim offered condolences following a crash, while haze from Indonesia continues to affect Sarawak.
- Abang Johari leads Sarawak's state-owned enterprise transformation and seeks increased budget allocation from the federal government.
- The Election Commission will review boundaries for Sarawak, Sabah, and Peninsular Malaysia.
- Premier outlines land policy for state development in Sarawak.
- PM Anwar Ibrahim announced subsidy and assistance measures, allocating interim aid to Sabah and Sarawak.
- Cooperation exploring waste and water management between Sarawak and an unnamed partner began on September 1, 2026.
- A call is made for leadership in Sarawak and Malaysia to evolve to meet global demands.
- Nancy Shukri advocated for increased women's political participation in Sarawak.
- The Federation of Malaysia has expanded its structure to include Labuan as a component territory, alongside Sarawak and Sabah as component states, with the Senate involved in the bicameral structure.
- Calls have been made to consider geographical realities when determining representation for Sarawak and Sabah.
- Governments have ordered free tickets for students originating from Sabah, Sarawak, Pahang, and Perak.
- The Federal Government agreed to increase the representation of both Sabah and Sarawak, with Anwar Ibrahim chairing a technical committee meeting.
- A fatal crash in Sarawak has prompted a public discussion regarding healthcare welfare.
- Tabung Haji is facing multiple crises, including links to a hotel in Saudi Arabia, alleged misappropriation of property, and suspensions announced in Sarawak.
- Smoke from Indonesian fires drifts into Sabah and haze affects Sarawak due to governance failure.
- Haze from forest fires impacted regional air quality in Sarawak, a state of Malaysia.
- Faisal discussed the topic of redelineation in Sarawak on September 1, 2026.
- Pahang, Selangor, Sarawak, and Penang recorded high cost of living indices on September 1, 2026.
- Sarawak requested a haze emergency declaration, with Kuching being the capital of the state.
- Research was conducted in Sarawak.
August 2026
10 events- The formation of the Federal Government is underway, involving the constituent states of Sabah and Sarawak within the nation of Malaysia.
- Sabah and Sarawak are partners in the Malaysian federation and hold key influence in federal government formation.
- Indonesia implements haze control measures, including cloud-seeding and utilizing the ASEAN framework, as haze drifts from Kalimantan toward Sarawak.
- Hotspots persist in Kalimantan causing haze.
- High air pollution readings are recorded in Sarawak and Selangor, affecting air quality in the region.
- Widespread fires are impacting the infrastructure and land across the states of Johor, Malaysia, and Sarawak.
- Ties between Sarawak and Indonesia are expanding into trade, tourism, education, and health, with Indonesian specialists undertaking fellowship training.
- Minister Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah leads tourism policy development and NTO pursues event sustainability standards in Sarawak.
- Transboundary smoke from West Kalimantan is hammering Sarawak.
- Sarawak and Sabah are seeking advice and coordinating operations for the rescue of bees.
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July 2026
19 events- Federal Parliament must endorse state constituency expansion in Sarawak.
- Smallholders in Sarawak are lobbying Putrajaya, calling on the central government to review the current diesel subsidy scheme.
- Sarawak is hosting the IUPAC World Polymer Congress, with the pilot project located in Kuching.
- Sarawak's economic transformation is being driven by cooperation with Malaysia.
- Sibu hosted a Sarawak Day celebration to appreciate Sarawak's development and contributions to Malaysia's nation-building.
- Sarawak is confirmed to be a region within the larger federation of Malaysia.
- A training program has been established to link Sarawak and Kedah.
- Trials are assessing the suitability of perennial rice varieties for cultivation in Sarawak.
- Sibu is cited as a nature reserve example as the Premier drives green economic development and forest resource management in Sarawak.
- Gunung Mulu National Park in Sarawak achieved international recognition through parks.
- Gardenia announced its plant location for investment in Kota Samarahan, Sarawak.
- The state leadership has outlined a vision for development, including plans to transform Sibu into a smart city.
- Swinburne Sarawak hosted a satellite technology sharing session while Irfan worked on a CubeSat at USC's research center.
- Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) holds a majority of seats in Sarawak.
- Political parties in Sarawak, including SUPP and DAP, are involved in a situation where the federal government failed to honor commitments.
- Sarawak government offers free education at Curtin University, with Liwan Lagang (Deputy Minister) involved.
- GPS administration in Sarawak implemented policies affecting state revenue.
- The Ministry of Health has begun strengthening food safety oversight in Sarawak, specifically monitoring home-based food businesses.
- Advocates for private sector involvement in public healthcare in Sarawak.
June 2026
4 events- Leadership from Sarawak and Sabah consulted regarding the implementation of fuel subsidies.
- The initiative focuses on elevating the maritime industry in both Sarawak and Malaysia.
- Proposals are underway for a climate and economic alliance across the island of Borneo, involving Sarawak and Sabah.
- Lee Kim Shin has been appointed as the State Transport Minister in Sarawak.