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Sarawak, Brunei & Kalimantan

We dedicate this site to share with you a collection of stories, news and updates related to Borneo particularly Sarawak (& Malaysia), Brunei and Kalimantan; this site covers a wide spectrum of information related to socio-culture, political scenario, economic development and environmental issues.

A Bats’ World In Mulu National Park

MULU, Sarawak: It was twilight and the entrance to the Deer Cave at the Mulu National Park was dusky.
While the rain had just stopped adding to the chill of the mountain air, a group of eager visitors took a vantage position some distance away from the mouth of the cave waiting to witness one of nature’s wonders about to unravel.

Huge Potential In Tourism Sector

SARIKEI: The tourism industry has all the potentials to remain as one of the country’s major income earners.

Deputy Tourism Minister, Datuk Dr James Dawos Mamit said that after witnessing its steady growth over the past few years, he was confident that tourism, the country’s second largest industry would thrive by leaps and bounds in the coming years.

Timely Boost For Bintulu Tourism

BINTULU: Tourism in the division received a boost with the opening of new luxury service apartments here yesterday.

Minister of Infrastructure Development and Communication Dato Sri Michael Manyin Jawong said the development is timely for those who wish to visit Bintulu with their families.

AirAsia Skidded In Kuching, Sarawak

KUCHING: Passengers of an AirAsia flight last night (Monday night) experienced a rude shock when the aircraft skidded on the Kuching International Airport runway upon landing.
The incident happened around 10.15pm during a heavy downpour.

Commercial Agriculture In Sarawak

MIRI: Commercial vegetable and fruit cultivations, when done with proper planning and full commitment, can be very lucrative as proven by some locals entreprenuers in Miri.
Minister in the Chief Minister’s Department Datin Fatimah Abdullah said among the successful farmers here are Bong Kee Eh and Yong Hua Soon.

International Beauty Pageant In Sarawak

MIRI: Beautiful and intelligent ladies, particularly in Sarawak, are urged to take part in the Miss Malaysia Global International 2011, scheduled to be held in Miri in June/July.
Organising chairperson Marlene Lim, who is the current Miss Malaysia Global International 2010/2011 and  second-runner-up of the world Miss Global International 2010, said the beauty pageant is an ideal platform to promote Miri, Sarawak and Malaysia to the world community.

Revamping Muara Beach In Brunei

Brunei has several sandy beaches which draw hundreds of visitors each weekend and public holiday where countless activities and get-togethers are carried out.
Among the most well-known beaches in the Brunei-Muara District are Muara and Serasa beaches, both of which are located roughly 30 minutes' drive from Bandar Seri Begawan. Other famous beaches in the Sultanate are the Belait beach in Kuala Belait and Seri Kenangan beach in Tutong District.