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Daily Express
04-05-2025
- General
- Daily Express
Bamboo fencing, Mukim houses: Kaamatan Fest launch in Tambunan relives the past
Published on: Sunday, May 04, 2025 Published on: Sun, May 04, 2025 By: Johan Aziz Text Size: Bamboo fencing along the road from Tangaban to Kiawaian. TAMBUNAN: One of the main attractions at the launch of this year's Kaamatan Festival, here was the Mukim House competition, formerly known as 'Pondok-Pondok Mukim'. Eight mukim houses, including one representing the Kadazandusun Cultural Association (KDCA) participated. 'This competition aimed to present the uniqueness of traditional food, handicrafts and decorations that made full use of environmental resources – reflecting how the previous communities celebrated Kaamatan Festival with a spirit of simplicity and togetherness,' said Datuk Arlnsia Angang, Political Secretary to Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Datuk Dr Jeffrey Kitingan. 'The effort to upgrade these huts to permanent structures is among Dr Jeffrey's great contributions. Now, these mukim houses can be used as homestays or boarding houses, thus opening up new economic opportunities for the residents,' said Arlnsia. She said such programmes should be continued every year to uphold the cultural heritage of their ancestors and become a foundation for strong unity among the community. 'This event also opens an opportunity to promote the uniqueness of Sabah's culture internationally,' she said. The state-level Kaamatan, which attracts thousands of visitors, was launched by Chief Minister, Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Hajiji Haji Noor. Hajiji described that the Kaamatan Festival celebrations is among the important events for the people of Sabah, which not only aims to strengthen ties and unity among the diverse ethnic and religious groups but also serves to express gratitude for a good harvest. Among the initiatives that received praise included the active participation of the community in the celebration at the mukim level, the construction of bamboo fences along the road from Tangaban to Kiawaian. Various interesting events were also held in conjunction with the launch ceremony which took place on Thursday at Dataran Pisompuruan, including the Magavau ceremony, cultural performances, singing performances, exhibitions of traditional cuisine and local handicrafts, and exhibitions from state and federal government departments. The highlight of the event was the Unduk Ngadau Competition which featured 17 participants. Elka Alika Pijeh from Mukim Lintuhun was crowned kaamatan Unduk Ngadau for the Tambunan district-level followed by second place Einnawenda Wenceslaus from Mukim Kirokot and third place Steavaynie Gindus from Mukim Nambayan. Also present were KDCA President, Tan Sri Joseph Pairin Kitingan, Deputy Chief Minister I and Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry, Datuk Seri Panglima Dr Jeffrey Kitingan; Deputy Chief Minister II and Minister of Local Works and Housing, Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam; District Officer, Sobitun Makajil; Cabinet Ministers, Assistant Ministers, heads of State and Federal government departments and community leaders. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Jordan Times
30-04-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
Senate president, Moroccan officials talk ties
Senate President Faisal Fayez on Wednesday discusses with Moroccan officials bilateral ties and prospects of forging closer cooperation between the two countries in various fields, build investment partnerships, and exchange expertise (Petra photo) AMMAN — Senate President Faisal Fayez discussed with Moroccan officials on Wednesday bilateral ties and prospects of forging closer cooperation between the two countries in various fields, build investment partnerships, and exchange expertise. Fayez met separately with Moroccan Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Ahmed Bouadi, Transport Minister Abdessamad Qaiouh, and Minister of Industry and Trade Ryad Mezzour, on the sidelines of the Third Parliamentary Conference on South-South Cooperation, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. Fayez stressed the 'deep' Jordanian-Moroccan relations and the 'keen' interest of the two countries' leaderships to further enhance them in various fields. He also reviewed the current circumstances and economic challenges facing the Arab world, and the need for the two kingdoms to enhance cooperation and exchange technical and technological expertise to help address these challenges in a collective manner. Fayez outlined a number of vital sectors for cooperation, such as benefiting from Morocco's expertise in agricultural technology, desalination of wastewater for agricultural purposes, and launching food industry projects, as well as exports to European markets via the Port of Tangier. He also referred to cooperation in mining, activating a signed protocol in geology and renewable energy, ammonia production projects and exchange expertise in the field of green hydrogen. The ministers lauded the 'high level' of Moroccan-Jordanian relations in various fields, and said that Morocco is open for the exchange of expertise in mining, agricultural technology, the automotive industry, water desalination and agricultural technology. They expressed 'willingness' to increase joint investments and promote the Moroccan private sector to seize advantages Jordan offers in the sectors of agriculture, transportation, energy, tourism and water.
Hans India
26-04-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Naidu to launch Matsyakara Bharosa in SKLM dist today
Vijayawada: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will launch Matsyakara Bharosa scheme at Budagatlapalem village of Etcherla constituency in Srikakulam district on Saturday. He will also interact with fishermen and distribute Rs 20,000 to each of them as part of the scheme that was approved in the recent cabinet meeting. The Chief Minister had promised to pay Rs 20,000 to each fisherman during his election campaign. Meanwhile, the ban on fishing will be in force for two months to boost production of fish and prawns. The State government used to provide financial assistance to fishermen during the fishing ban period. The Chief Minister is in Delhi to invite Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the relaunch of Amaravati development works. On his return, Naidu will be in Srikakulam district to launch the Matsyakara Bharosa scheme. Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries K Atchannaidu is supervising the arrangements for Saturday's event.
Saudi Gazette
24-02-2025
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
Danish minister: Saudi dairy and cheese products are distinctive
Okaz/Saudi Gazette RIYADH — Danish Minister of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries Jacob Jensen praised the finest quality of Saudi food products. 'I was pleased to see the distinctive food industry, especially Saudi dairy and cheese, and the increase in Danish food exports to the Kingdom,' he said while speaking to Okaz/Saudi Gazette. Jensen, who arrived in Riyadh for his first official visit to Saudi Arabia, expressed his happiness over the ongoing cooperation between the two countries in the fields of agriculture, food security, and water technologies. He also noted that Denmark is a food country known for its high-quality, safe and sustainable food production. The minister attended an event titled 'An evening of Danish flavors with a Saudi touch,' organized by the Danish Embassy at its headquarters in the Diplomatic Quarter in Riyadh. Members of the Danish Agriculture and Food Council, and Dairy Council, a number of officials, members of the diplomatic corps, businessmen and media persons participated in the event. Danish Ambassador Liselotte Plesner stressed the importance of such events in introducing Danish cuisine and bringing it to the Kingdom. She noted that Denmark is a leading country in the field of food and home to the best restaurants, with 32 Danish restaurants winning 45 Michelin stars, making Denmark a leading country in the field of organic production and food quality
