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Borneo Post
6 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
59 Beladin fishermen receive new homes under RM21.25 mln resettlement project
Abang Johari visits one of the fishermen in his new home. – Information Department photo KUCHING (July 19): A total of 59 fishermen from Beladin in Betong have moved into new homes under the Fishermen's Resettlement Project (PSN) Beladin — a milestone aimed at improving living conditions for coastal communities. The key handover ceremony was performed today by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, who later visited one of the recipients' homes and presented food baskets as a gesture of support from the state government. According to a statement from the Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority (LKIM), the PSN Beladin project is a joint initiative involving the Sarawak government, its Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM), LKIM, and the Sarawak State Economic Planning Unit, with a total allocation of RM21.25 million. 'The first phase saw the completion of 68 housing units at a cost of RM6.8 million, of which 59 have been handed over to recipients who have signed home ownership agreements,' said the authority. The PSN Beladin initiative reflects the government's commitment to providing well-planned, comfortable, and strategically located housing for fishing communities – essential contributors to the state's fisheries sector. LKIM added that the initiative is also in line with the Sarawak government's aspirations to improve the quality of life for its people, particularly for fishermen who are key contributors to the state's fisheries sector. LKIM stressed the importance of ongoing collaboration between federal and state governments in ensuring the sustained well-being of fishing communities, including through infrastructure upgrades, economic empowerment, and climate resilience. 'This synergy is crucial in planning, implementing, and monitoring various development initiatives, including the provision of better housing, improvements to basic infrastructure, and the creation of new economic opportunities. 'Continued cooperation is also expected to strengthen the resilience of fishing communities in facing current and future challenges, in line with the goal of making the national fisheries sector more sustainable and competitive,' added the authority. Among those present at the key handover ceremony were Deputy Secretary-General (Policy) of the State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, Dato Sri Norazman Ayob; Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas; LKIM Deputy Director-General (Development) Rashima Baharuddin; elected representatives and government officials.
New Straits Times
15-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Mobile app to streamline fuel subsidy distribution for fishermen
BACHOK: The government is developing a mobile application to facilitate the distribution of subsidised fuel to fishermen nationwide, said Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority (LKIM) chairman Muhammad Faiz Fadzil. He said the app, which is expected to be operational by the end of this year, will replace the personal digital assistant (PDA) devices currently in use. "At present, fishermen rely on PDAs to obtain fuel subsidies, but these devices are outdated and frequently malfunction. "With the new app, the process will be much simpler, allowing eligibility checks and fuel quota details to be accessed directly via mobile phones," he told reporters after officiating the LKIM Rahmah Mesra Programme with Bachok fishermen at the Portable Container System (PCS) site in Pantai Baru Bachok here today. He said the app will also enable real-time monitoring and auditing, helping to curb any potential misappropriation. "Through this app, we will be able to monitor fishermen's performance, including the declaration of their catch. "So far, nearly 40,000 fishermen nationwide are eligible for fuel subsidies, with the amount depending on the type of boat used," he added. On the PCS facility, Muhammad Faiz said the initiative has resolved difficulties faced by fishermen in accessing fuel supplies. "To date, seven PCS units are operational nationwide. We also plan to set up another in Perlis, one in Terengganu, and three in Sabah in the near future," he said. Meanwhile, Muhammad Faiz said LKIM is committed to enhancing youth participation in the fisheries sector to ensure its long-term sustainability. He said only 30 per cent of the 112,000 registered fishermen nationwide are under the age of 40 - a figure that needs to be improved. "LKIM plans to launch a programme to produce local young boat skippers soon, as the industry currently depends heavily on skippers from Thailand. "With modern fishing equipment and support systems, I believe today's tech-savvy youth can be drawn to the sector," he said. Earlier, he presented mock cheques worth a total of RM250,000 to five recipients under the Young Agropreneur Programme for the purchase of boat engines, as part of efforts to support youth involvement in the sector. – Bernama
The Sun
15-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Mobile app to streamline fuel subsidy distribution for fishermen
BACHOK: The government is developing a mobile application to facilitate the distribution of subsidised fuel to fishermen nationwide, said Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority (LKIM) chairman Muhammad Faiz Fadzil. He said the app, which is expected to be operational by the end of this year, will replace the personal digital assistant (PDA) devices currently in use. 'At present, fishermen rely on PDAs to obtain fuel subsidies, but these devices are outdated and frequently malfunction. 'With the new app, the process will be much simpler, allowing eligibility checks and fuel quota details to be accessed directly via mobile phones,' he told reporters after officiating the LKIM Rahmah Mesra Programme with Bachok fishermen at the Portable Container System (PCS) site in Pantai Baru Bachok here today. He said the app will also enable real-time monitoring and auditing, helping to curb any potential misappropriation. 'Through this app, we will be able to monitor fishermen's performance, including the declaration of their catch. So far, nearly 40,000 fishermen nationwide are eligible for fuel subsidies, with the amount depending on the type of boat used,' he added. On the PCS facility, Muhammad Faiz said the initiative has resolved difficulties faced by fishermen in accessing fuel supplies. 'To date, seven PCS units are operational nationwide. We also plan to set up another in Perlis, one in Terengganu, and three in Sabah in the near future,' he said. Meanwhile, Muhammad Faiz said LKIM is committed to enhancing youth participation in the fisheries sector to ensure its long-term sustainability. He said only 30 per cent of the 112,000 registered fishermen nationwide are under the age of 40 - a figure that needs to be improved. 'LKIM plans to launch a programme to produce local young boat skippers soon, as the industry currently depends heavily on skippers from Thailand. With modern fishing equipment and support systems, I believe today's tech-savvy youth can be drawn to the sector,' he said. Earlier, he presented mock cheques worth a total of RM250,000 to five recipients under the Young Agropreneur Programme for the purchase of boat engines, as part of efforts to support youth involvement in the sector.
The Sun
15-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Govt to Launch Fuel Subsidy App for Fishermen by Year-End
BACHOK: The government is developing a mobile application to facilitate the distribution of subsidised fuel to fishermen nationwide, said Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority (LKIM) chairman Muhammad Faiz Fadzil. He said the app, which is expected to be operational by the end of this year, will replace the personal digital assistant (PDA) devices currently in use. 'At present, fishermen rely on PDAs to obtain fuel subsidies, but these devices are outdated and frequently malfunction. 'With the new app, the process will be much simpler, allowing eligibility checks and fuel quota details to be accessed directly via mobile phones,' he told reporters after officiating the LKIM Rahmah Mesra Programme with Bachok fishermen at the Portable Container System (PCS) site in Pantai Baru Bachok here today. He said the app will also enable real-time monitoring and auditing, helping to curb any potential misappropriation. 'Through this app, we will be able to monitor fishermen's performance, including the declaration of their catch. So far, nearly 40,000 fishermen nationwide are eligible for fuel subsidies, with the amount depending on the type of boat used,' he added. On the PCS facility, Muhammad Faiz said the initiative has resolved difficulties faced by fishermen in accessing fuel supplies. 'To date, seven PCS units are operational nationwide. We also plan to set up another in Perlis, one in Terengganu, and three in Sabah in the near future,' he said. Meanwhile, Muhammad Faiz said LKIM is committed to enhancing youth participation in the fisheries sector to ensure its long-term sustainability. He said only 30 per cent of the 112,000 registered fishermen nationwide are under the age of 40 - a figure that needs to be improved. 'LKIM plans to launch a programme to produce local young boat skippers soon, as the industry currently depends heavily on skippers from Thailand. With modern fishing equipment and support systems, I believe today's tech-savvy youth can be drawn to the sector,' he said. Earlier, he presented mock cheques worth a total of RM250,000 to five recipients under the Young Agropreneur Programme for the purchase of boat engines, as part of efforts to support youth involvement in the sector.
Barnama
15-06-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Mobile App To Streamline Fuel Subsidy Distribution For Fishermen
BACHOK, June 15 (Bernama) -- The government is developing a mobile application to facilitate the distribution of subsidised fuel to fishermen nationwide, said Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority (LKIM) chairman Muhammad Faiz Fadzil. He said the app, which is expected to be operational by the end of this year, will replace the personal digital assistant (PDA) devices currently in use. 'At present, fishermen rely on PDAs to obtain fuel subsidies, but these devices are outdated and frequently malfunction. 'With the new app, the process will be much simpler, allowing eligibility checks and fuel quota details to be accessed directly via mobile phones,' he told reporters after officiating the LKIM Rahmah Mesra Programme with Bachok fishermen at the Portable Container System (PCS) site in Pantai Baru Bachok here today. He said the app will also enable real-time monitoring and auditing, helping to curb any potential misappropriation. 'Through this app, we will be able to monitor fishermen's performance, including the declaration of their catch. So far, nearly 40,000 fishermen nationwide are eligible for fuel subsidies, with the amount depending on the type of boat used,' he added. On the PCS facility, Muhammad Faiz said the initiative has resolved difficulties faced by fishermen in accessing fuel supplies. 'To date, seven PCS units are operational nationwide. We also plan to set up another in Perlis, one in Terengganu, and three in Sabah in the near future,' he said. Meanwhile, Muhammad Faiz said LKIM is committed to enhancing youth participation in the fisheries sector to ensure its long-term sustainability.
