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Barnama
25-04-2025
- Business
- Barnama
AirBorneo Carries Sarawak's Wish For Better ASEAN Connectivity
KUCHING, April 25 (Bernama) -- Sarawak's very own airline, AirBorneo, which is scheduled to commence operation next year, carries the state's aspiration to enhance regional connectivity among the ASEAN nations, Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said. He said the move to run its own airline is one of the state's efforts to strengthen regional collaboration with fellow ASEAN members, particularly to boost trade, investment, and tourism by leveraging its strategic location, abundant resources, and cultural ties to drive regional growth and uplift livelihoods. 'In line with our aspirations for regional connectivity, Sarawak is proud to announce the upcoming launch of our airline, AirBorneo, scheduled to commence operations in 2026,' he said in his speech at the 33rd ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) Council Meeting's gala dinner here last night. The text of the speech was read out by his deputy, Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan. Abang Johari also said that their commitment to enhance air connectivity would make travelling and doing business with major and capital cities across ASEAN faster and easier. He said that the development of a new international airport, and also a deep-sea port in Tanjung Embang, Kota Samarahan, would transform Sarawak into a regional aviation and marine hub. This will improve air and sea connectivity while increasing the state's appeal to the business community, investors and tourists, he added. Abang Johari said Sarawak could also play a vital role in strengthening the Brunei Darussalam-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East Asean Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA), which is a subregional initiative to complement ASEAN's broader economic integration agenda. 'Our shared land borders with Brunei Darussalam and Kalimantan, Indonesia, open doors for cross-border economic development through strategic initiatives.
Barnama
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Barnama
'Bekikis Bulu Betis' Wows ASEAN Delegates, Steals The Show At ASCC Gala Dinner
KUCHING, April 23 (Bernama) -- The lively tune of 'Bekikis Bulu Betis' captivated and charmed ASEAN delegates during a gala dinner held in conjunction with the 33rd ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) Council Meeting here tonight. With powerhouse vocals by acclaimed singer Dayang Nurfaizah, accompanied by traditional dancers, the energetic performance enlivened the evening and highlighted the rich artistic and cultural heritage of Sarawak's diverse communities. Delegates from all 11 ASEAN member countries appeared delighted by the performance, with several joining in the dance, moving to the rhythm - an enthusiastic embrace of the local culture.
