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Borneo Post
5 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Australia Northern Territory minister's visit reinforces relations with Sarawak
Chan (third left) presents a memento to Cahill. At second right is Hii. KUCHING (June 28): The Australia Northern Territory Government hosted a networking dinner here in conjunction with its Minister for Trade, Business and Asian Relations Robyn Cahill's visit to Sarawak recently. Cahill, who led a seven-member delegation, was in the state capital to discuss potential cooperation between Sarawak and the Northern Territory, given their shared interest in a number of common areas. Representing the state government at the event was Deputy State Secretary Datu Hii Chang Kee, said Sarawak Australia Business Chamber president Rodger Chan in a statement today. In his speech at the dinner, Chan said the programme marked Cahill's first visit to Sarawak. 'This is significant as she has skipped other parts of Malaysia. 'This shows the Northern Territory Government's and her seriousness in engaging with Sarawak. 'There is also a Department of Asian Relations in her government, and this shows how the Northern Territory Government is serious about and focusing on Asia,' he said. Chan added that Cahill's visit to Sarawak reignited the long-standing relationship between Australia and Sarawak, noting that this year marked the 70th anniversary of Australia-Malaysia diplomatic relationship. 'It also marks the 80th anniversary of the landing of Australia and ANZAC forces landing in Bario under Operation Semut. In fact, Australia was here more than 80 years ago to help Sarawak in defending the Japanese occupation,' added Chan. He said since the 1950s, many Sarawakians had, under the Colombo Plan programme, benefitted from Australia tertiary education, and many of them had become leaders of Sarawak. 'The guestimate is that over 40,000 Sarawakians were educated in Australia – not counting those who studied in the two Australian university campuses in Sarawak.' Chan said many people were not aware that the Colombo Plan did not stop at education, as it also extended to infrastructures and services. 'An Australian engineering firm designed and built the Satok Bridge under the Colombo Plan. 'I think we should capitalise, monetise and build on this long-standing relationship. 'There are opportunities aplenty in many fields including green energy, digital technologies, tourism, education, health, trade and sports,' he added. Australia Northern Territory Kuching Robyn Cahill
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Business Standard
24-06-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Phil Craig tracks Allied powers' duplicitous endgame in Asian colonies
Operation Semut typified the Allied betrayal of Atlantic Charter ideals. It's a pity Mr Craig overlooks similar betrayals of the Nagas and others who served the British in the India-Burma theatre Listen to This Article 1945: The Reckoning: War, Empire and the Struggle for a New World by Phil Craig Published by Hachette 380 pages ₹899 Recent popular histories of World War II have focused on the war in Asia, where the post-war political trajectories of former colonial empires have been no less consequential than those in Europe. Those campaigns are an uncomfortable reminder that, whatever the evils of Nazi Germany, World War II was essentially a colonial contest, and the empires relied heavily on colonial troops to fight their good fight.
Borneo Post
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
25th Highlanders Games Carnival in Miri expecting nearly 1,000 athletes
(From second left) Gerawat, Romeo and others in a photo call, taken during the 'Operation Semut' event recently held in the Bario Kelabit highlands. MIRI (May 3): Highlanders Games Carnival 2025 @ Miri, returning for its 25th edition from May 31 to June 2, is expected to draw nearly 1,000 athletes from across the country. Organised by Highlanders Sports Club (KSH), the biennial event will draw participants from across Sarawak and Malaysia, with major contingents from Kuala Lumpur, Sabah, and the highland regions. This edition not only marks a legacy of sporting camaraderie, but also reflects the club's enduring role in uniting the Kelabit and Saban communities through sport and culture. The event will feature a diverse array of team sports, including football and volleyball, alongside individual events like golf, e-games, and more. Additionally, traditional games such as blowpipe shooting, tug-of-war, and arm wrestling will highlight the cultural heritage of the highland communities. Activities will be hosted at various venues across Miri, with the local Petroleum Recreation Club (KRP) tentatively set to host both the opening and closing ceremonies. The carnival's atmosphere will be further enhanced by food and local product stalls, offering visitors a taste of highland culture. KSH president Romeo Peter Raja in a statement said this year's edition goes beyond athletic competition by focusing on togetherness and family involvement. 'We want to involve the whole family, from the children's games to dancing and karaoke,' he said, emphasising that the main goal is to bring the community closer together. 'I firmly believe that a family that plays together, stays together,' he added. Moreover, KSH will celebrate its 40th anniversary in two years, a significant milestone for the club. From its modest beginnings, KSH has grown into a nationally recognised platform for sporting and cultural exchange among the Kelabit and Saban communities. 'As a former president of KSH, I am proud to see the continued growth and success of this significant event under the leadership of capable presidents over the years,' said Deputy Minister in Premier's Department (Labour, Immigration and Project Monitoring) and Mulu assemblyman Datuk Gerawat Gala. He is also expected to attend the closing ceremony, celebrating the ongoing success of the carnival. As the Highlanders Games Carnival prepares to welcome athletes, families, and supporters to Miri, the spirit of unity, heritage, and friendly competition continues to stand at the heart of this community celebration. Highlanders Games Carnival lead miri
