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Borneo Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
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Groundbreaking for new landmark bridge among Sarawak Day events in Miri
(From left) Galong and Lee display the Sarawak Day 2025 Unity Walk T-shirt. Also seen are Penguang and Ripin. MIRI (July 16): Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg will perform the groundbreaking ceremony for a new iconic bridge project here on Sarawak Day (July 22). The cable-stayed bridge will connect Kampung Pulau Melayu to Marina Bay and Commercial Centre, completing the coastal road link to the Brunei border at Sungai Tujuh. 'The Premier will officiate at the earth-breaking ceremony of this iconic Miri bridge at the parking space in front of Pullman Hotel at Miri Waterfront Commercial Centre on July 22 at 10.20am,' Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin, who is Sarawak Day 2025 celebrations organising committee chairman, told a press conference. The bridge is expected to become a tourist attraction like the iconic Darul Hana Bridge in Kuching. The three-day celebration will begin on July 20 with a Zumba session at 7am at Miri Indoor Stadium, where organisers are offering 5,000 free T-shirts and 1,200 towels, with a treadmill as the grand prize. There will also be a three-day search for the next TVS host with prizes including RM5,000 for the champion along with a six-month probationary contract with the state-owned station and the possibility of permanent employment. Second- and third-placed winners will receive RM3,000 and RM2,000 respectively. 'Those with talent for hosting or singing are encouraged to join,' Lee said. That evening, a Multi-Faith Thanksgiving Ceremony will take place at 8pm at Meritz Hotel, led by the Unit for Other Religions (Unifor). On July 21, a thanksgiving ceremony will be held at 6pm at the At-Taqwa Mosque, organised by the Sarawak Islamic Religious Department. The final day of celebrations will see Sarawak Governor Tun Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi leading a Unity Walk at 7am from Miri City Stadium. In the afternoon, Abang Johari will deliver a keynote address and engage in a dialogue with 1,200 participants during a town hall session at 3pm at Imperial Hotel. The highlight will be the Sarawak Day Assembly, scheduled for 8pm at Miri City Stadium, which will be attended by both Wan Junaidi and Abang Johari. Among those present were Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil and Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Dr Ripin Lamat. cable-stayed bridge lead Lee Kim Shin sarawak day
Borneo Post
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Countdown to Sarawak Day 2025: TYT updated on July 22 Miri celebration plans
(From sixth left) Lee and committee members present the official celebration attire to Wan Junaidi and Fauziah. – Photo from Astana Negeri KUCHING (July 9): The Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Pehin Sri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar was briefed today on the latest preparations for the Sarawak Day 2025 celebrations during a meeting with the organising committee at the Astana Negeri Sarawak. The briefing was led by State Transport Minister, Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin, chairman of the Sarawak Day 2025 organising committee, who provided an update on the latest developments ahead of the celebration, scheduled to take place on July 22 in Miri. In a statement issued from the Astana, Wan Junaidi and his wife, Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi, expressed their appreciation to the committee for their efforts in ensuring a smooth celebration. They also hoped that Sarawak Day would be a platform to unite people of different races and instil patriotism among all Sarawakians. Among those present during the meeting were state deputy ministers Datuk Dr Penguang Manggil, Datuk Rosey Yunus, Datuk Gerawat Gala, Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew, and Datuk Dr Ripin bin Lamat. Also in attendance were Deputy State Secretary Datu Hii Chang Kee, Miri Division Resident Galong Luang, and heads of agencies involved in the event's organisation. celebration miri sarawak day TYT Wan Junaidi
Borneo Post
20-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Miri to host Sarawak Day 2025 celebration from July 20-22
Lee (centre), along with (from left) Galong, Ripin, Rosey, Hamdan and Yii, show the promotional poster for the Sarawak Day 2025 celebration. MIRI (June 20): The Sarawak Day 2025 celebration will take place here from July 20 to 22, bringing together a series of events to commemorate the state's history, culture and achievements. Minister of Transport Sarawak Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin officially announced the schedule and key highlights at a press conference today, where he emphasised the strong commitment of the organising team and expressed confidence in the smooth execution of the event. He disclosed that the Sarawak Protocol, Ceremony and Event Management Unit (UPPANS), under the Premier's Department, has been entrusted with coordinating the celebration in collaboration with various state departments and agencies. 'This year's celebration aims to instil love for our state, honour Sarawak's rich history and the struggle for independence, and celebrate the progress and achievements we have made together,' he said. Lee added that the three-day celebration will feature a wide range of activities that reflect the unity, diversity, and pride of Sarawakians. Among the key programmes are the Sales Carnival and Sarawak Talent Showcase, which will run throughout the celebration period at Miri City Stadium. Spearheaded by the Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Investment Sarawak (Mintred), the event aims to highlight local talents and promote entrepreneurship. On the morning of July 20, a Zumba session will be held at Miri City Stadium from 7.15 am to 10.30 am, organised by the Miri District Office. That same evening, a Multi-Faith Thanksgiving Ceremony will take place at 8pm at the Meritz Hotel, led by the Unit for Other Religions (Unifor), in celebration of Sarawak's hallmark of religious harmony. On July 21, a thanksgiving ceremony will be held at 6pm at the At-Taqwa Mosque here, organised by the Sarawak Islamic Religious Department (Jais). The final day of the celebration will begin with a Unity Walk at 7am, starting from Miri City Stadium. Organised by the Miri Resident's Office, the walk is intended to symbolise solidarity among Sarawakians of all backgrounds. Later that afternoon, a townhall session will take place at 2pm at the Imperial Hotel here, jointly organised by the Miri Resident's Office and Miri City Council, serving as a platform for public engagement with government leaders. The highlight will be the Sarawak Day Assembly, scheduled for 8pm at Miri City Stadium. Spearheaded by UPPANS and the Miri Resident's Office, the grand finale is expected to draw large crowds in a show of unity, pride, and patriotism. 'The Sarawak Day celebration is not only a commemoration of the past, but also a platform to promote unity, mutual understanding, and collaboration among all Sarawakians. 'This event encourages recognition of the contributions of every community toward Sarawak's development, and aims to strengthen the relationship between the government and the people,' said Lee. As such, he calls on all residents of Miri and nearby areas to join in the festivities. 'Let us come together to show our support and love for Sarawak. Your presence will reflect the unity and pride of our people under the spirit of 'Sarawak Maju Makmur'.' Also present at the press conference were State Deputy Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Rosey Yunus; State Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew; State Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Ripin Lamat; Miri mayor and Pujut assemblyman Adam Yii; UPPANS director Datu Hamdan Sharbini; and Miri Resident Galong Luang. host Lee Kim Shin miri sarawak day
