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Borneo Post
2 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Call to give rural S'wak school-leavers a chance at Universiti Teknologi Petronas
Julaihi delivers his speech. — Photo by Chimon Upon SEBUYAU (July 27): Malaysia LNG Sdn Bhd (MLNG), a subsidiary of Petronas, has been encouraged to facilitate higher education opportunities at Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) for rural school-leavers, particularly from SMK Sebuyau, to help nurture local talent and bridge the rural-urban education gap. Sarawak Minister of Utility and Telecommunications, Dato Sri Julaihi Narawi, who is also Sebuyau assemblyman, said many rural youths possessed the potential and talent to excel if given access to quality education in a supportive learning environment. 'I strongly hope that Petronas will give special consideration to SPM school leavers here by opening the door for them to pursue their studies at UTP soon,' he told a press conference after officiating the Petronas Powering Knowledge: MLNG Bestari Outreach Programme handing over ceremony at SMK Sebuyau yesterday. He emphasised that such opportunities would allow rural students to experience the same educational environment and facilities as their urban counterparts, offering them a fair platform to succeed. 'They just need the space and support. I believe they can succeed and attain excellent results,' he said. Julaihi said with access to higher education, Sarawak could nurture more local engineering talent to serve in Petronas, the state government, or other players in the oil and gas sector including Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros). 'Therefore, I hope Petronas will respond positively and look into expanding higher education access for rural youth in Sarawak.' Meanwhile, he expressed appreciation for Petronas's contribution through its subsidiary, MLNG, to SMK Sebuyau, particularly in upgrading the school's facilities. He said SMK Sebuyau remains one of the older schools in the area and is in urgent need of a complete replacement. 'I've contributed canopies for the school's use, but they're still insufficient given the growing number of students,' he said, adding that assistance was also channelled under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) to construct a new community hall. Julaihi revealed that the current student population at SMK Sebuyau has reached 936. 'With such a large number, I'm truly grateful for Petronas MLNG's support. 'Without facility limitations, this school could probably accommodate even more students,' he said. Julaihi Narawi mlng school-leavers Universiti Teknologi Petronas
Borneo Post
2 days ago
- Climate
- Borneo Post
Sarawak water agencies on high alert amid prolonged hot weather
Julaihi speaks to the media at the press conference. – Photo by Chimon Upon SEBUYAU (July 26): Sarawak's water supply agencies are on high alert as the state braces for prolonged hot and dry weather, said State Utility and Telecommunication Minister, Dato Sri Julaihi Narawi. He said all agencies under his ministry including the Rural Water Supply Department (JBALB), Kuching Water Board, Sibu Water Board, and Laku Management Sdn Bhd have been instructed to continuously monitor water sources as part of standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure stable and reliable supply for consumers. 'This is part of our ministry's standard operating procedure (SOP) to ensure water supply sources are regularly monitored to maintain service stability and reliability for consumers,' he told a press conference after officiating the Petronas Powering Knowledge: MLNG Bestari Outreach Programme at SMK Sebuyau today. Julaihi said his ministry is also working closely with the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) and stands ready to provide water supply assistance if necessary, although the situation remains under control for now. 'All water treatment plants across Sarawak are operating well and capable of meeting demand,' he said, while noting that disruptions may only occur in cases such as pipeline leaks, either due to aging infrastructure or third-party damage. 'Nevertheless, our agencies are always prepared to respond swiftly to any impact from the hot spell,' he said. Julaihi also urged the public to conserve water and follow any water-saving directives issued by the authorities. Meanwhile, the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a heatwave alert for four areas in Sarawak – Sibu, Marudi, Telang Usan, and Limbang – following persistently high temperatures. The alert is triggered when daily maximum temperatures reach between 35°C and 37°C for at least three consecutive days. For updates on the current heatwave status, the public can visit MetMalaysia's official website at dry weather high alert hot weather water agency
