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Borneo Post
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Borneo Post
Road safety must be daily, not just festive seasons, says S'wak Transport Minister
Lee puts on a safety helmet on a rider during the road safety campaign, while Ariffin (to his left) and the others look on. MIRI (May 31): Road safety must be embraced as a daily responsibility, not just during festive seasons, and every life saved is the result of a collective effort, said Sarawak Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin. While the government continues to improve infrastructure and run awareness campaigns, the real impact depends on the commitment and responsibility of all road users, he said. Lee, also the Senadin assemblyman made the remarks during a road safety campaign held in conjunction with the Gawai Dayak celebration at Permy Mall here today. As part of the campaign, regulated helmets, safety vests, and reflective straps, sponsored by Sarawak Petroleum Berhad (Petros), were distributed to riders and drivers to encourage safer road practices. Citing statistics from the Royal Malaysia Police, Lee said Miri recorded 1,120 road accident cases from January to April this year, marking a reduction of 48 cases or 4.1 per cent compared to the same period in 2024. 'Fatal accidents dropped from 19 to 14, while serious and minor injury cases also decreased,' he said, urging motorists to remain alert, especially along Miri's top five accident-prone roads – Jalan Pan Borneo, Jalan Miri–Bintulu (near Borneo Medical Centre), Jalan Miri Bypass, Jalan Miri–Pujut, and Jalan Kuala Baram Bypass. 'Every accident is a tragedy, whether it involves the loss of life or damage to property,' he stressed. On a related note, he encouraged eligible secondary school students to sign up for the MyLesen programme, which offers affordable and legal motorcycle licences. 'We want the younger generation to be safety-conscious from an early age,' he said, adding that the programme eases the financial burden on families while ensuring youths receive proper training and education before getting on the road. Lee also extended his Gawai greetings to all Sarawakians, calling on the public to make road safety part of their daily habits. Also in attendance were Miri deputy mayor Ariffin Mohamad, and Miri police chief ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah. Gawai Lee Kim Shin miri road safety
Borneo Post
11-05-2025
- Sport
- Borneo Post
Miri lauds 86 swimmers for exploits in 2024
Lee (centre) gives the thumbs up as award recipients look on. MIRI (May 11): A total of 86 swimmers here were honoured for outstanding performances in 2024. Transport Minister and Senadin assemblyman Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin officiated a ceremony to award incentives held at the Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP) Senadin branch. 'Your achievements bring pride not only to your families and coaches but to Miri and Sarawak as a whole,' he said. Sports such as swimming, he added, play a vital role in developing resilience, teamwork and focus among youths. The awards were given out to swimmers who did well in key events last year including the Sukma XXI, SEA Age Group Championships and 60th Malaysia Invitational Age Group (MIAG) Championships. Four of the 86 were para swimmers. Lee also commended Miri Amateur Swimming Association (Masa) for its efforts in nurturing swimming talent in Miri over the years. 'I have witnessed Masa grow into a dynamic and effective sports body. Your dedication deserves our full recognition and support,' he remarked. The minister announced a RM20,000 allocation to Masa to support its training and development programmes. Meanwhile, Masa vice president Amy Ting Ling Ling expressed pride in the swimmers. 'We are seeing steady improvement year after year and I truly believe we have a bright future ahead,' she said. award incentives Lee Kim Shin swimmers
