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The Sun
5 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Investigation on stirring appearance of Bornean clouded leopard
KUCHING: The Sarawak Forestry Corporation's (SFC) Swift Wildlife Action Team (SWAT) has been dispatched to Matu in the central Mukah Division of Sarawak, following the recent sighting of a Bornean clouded leopard (Neofelis diardi borneensis) there. SFC general manager Abang Arabi Abang Aimran said the team would investigate the alleged appearance of the carnivore on a road in Matu, a video recording of which has gone viral on social media since yesterday. 'SFC views this matter seriously and has sent a SWAT team to assess the situation, which has gone viral on Facebook,' he said in a statement on the SFC's official Facebook page. According to him, SFC takes the daylight discovery of the nocturnal wildlife, which is categorised as fully protected under the Sarawak Wildlife Protection Ordinance 1998, with great interest and concern and advises residents living near the location to be more vigilant and avoid any close interaction. 'Wildlife is an invaluable asset and their protection is a shared responsibility,' he said. Abang Arabi said the discovery of the clouded leopard during broad daylight and in an area close to humans indicated the possibility of habitat disturbance or a lack of food sources in the surrounding forest clusters. However, SFC views this exciting discovery as a positive indication that Sarawak is still a natural habitat for wild animal species that are fully protected. 'This proves the success of the Sarawak government's continuous efforts through SFC in preserving and protecting the state's biodiversity,' he said. In the viral video, the clouded leopard appeared to be non-aggressive and was seen eating scraps on the road during the day and did not react to the family who filmed it from their car while passing through the area. Bernama's search on the internet found that the Bornean clouded leopard is a nocturnal mammal included in the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species, with its population estimated at only around 3,800 in the archipelago.
The Sun
21-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
SFC, SSL seal agreement to improve tourism facilities at Niah, Tanjung Datu national parks
KUCHING: Tourism facilities at Niah and Tanjung Datu National Parks, two of Sarawak's iconic protected areas, will get a facelift following the signing of a 20-year concession agreement between Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) and Sutera Sanctuary Lodges (SSL) today. SFC general manager Abang Arabi Abang Aimran and SSL president Datuk Zarazilah Mohd Ali signed the agreement at a ceremony held here, witnessed by Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, who represented Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The agreement, with an optional 20-year extension, will see SSL undertake the management and enhancement of tourism services at the two national parks. SFC in a statement said at Niah National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2024, SSL will begin renovation works by the end of this year to include new accommodation, a restaurant, swimming pool and bar, while preserving the park's 40,000-year-old archaeological and natural heritage. For Tanjung Datu National Park, located in the southern part of Sarawak, SSL will develop a boutique eco-retreat featuring private villas, a spa, a restaurant and other premium facilities over the next three years, guided by sustainable and low-impact design. 'This public-private partnership marks a major milestone in Sarawak's commitment to responsible tourism, improved protected area management and empowering local communities through eco-tourism,' SFC added.
The Sun
21-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
SFC, SSL seal agreement to improve facilities at Niah, Tanjung Datu
KUCHING: Tourism facilities at Niah and Tanjung Datu National Parks, two of Sarawak's iconic protected areas, will get a facelift following the signing of a 20-year concession agreement between Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) and Sutera Sanctuary Lodges (SSL) today. SFC general manager Abang Arabi Abang Aimran and SSL president Datuk Zarazilah Mohd Ali signed the agreement at a ceremony held here, witnessed by Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, who represented Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The agreement, with an optional 20-year extension, will see SSL undertake the management and enhancement of tourism services at the two national parks. SFC in a statement said at Niah National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2024, SSL will begin renovation works by the end of this year to include new accommodation, a restaurant, swimming pool and bar, while preserving the park's 40,000-year-old archaeological and natural heritage. For Tanjung Datu National Park, located in the southern part of Sarawak, SSL will develop a boutique eco-retreat featuring private villas, a spa, a restaurant and other premium facilities over the next three years, guided by sustainable and low-impact design. 'This public-private partnership marks a major milestone in Sarawak's commitment to responsible tourism, improved protected area management and empowering local communities through eco-tourism,' SFC added.
Borneo Post
05-05-2025
- Borneo Post
SFC foils wildlife smuggling, agarwood processing attempts in Limbang
Handout photo shows some of the items seized by SFC. — SFC photo KUCHING (May 6): The Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) successfully thwarted wildlife trafficking and agarwood processing attempts in Limbang, with total seizures amounting to RM400,000. In a statement, it said the confiscated items included agarwood, hornbill feathers, bear gall bladders and claws, pangolin scales, local and foreign currencies, homemade firearms and ammunition as well as a four-wheel-drive vehicle. 'Nine suspects, including four foreign nationals, were arrested and brought to the Limbang police station. 'The case is being investigated under the Wild Life Protection Ordinance 1998, while firearm-related offences have been referred to the Royal Malaysia Police,' it said. The Inland Revenue Board is also involved in the ongoing investigation. The enforcement effort was carried out between May 1 and May 3, involving 22 SFC personnel and 12 officers from the Sarawak police's Special Branch. They carried out raids at five separate locations. The operation followed an initial arrest made on November 28, 2024 in Miri. 'SFC, in collaboration with various enforcement agencies, conducted intelligence-based operations to dismantle a syndicate involved in the smuggling and processing of agarwood and illegal wildlife trade, with suspected international connections.' Meanwhile, SFC general manager Abang Arabi Abang Aimran said the agency was committed to protecting Sarawak's biodiversity, and would not tolerate any party threatening it. agarwood crime lead Sarawak Forestry Corporation wildlife trafficking
