KUCHING (Nov 20): Chong Chieng Jen (DAP—Padungan) today raised concerns in the august House over the state government’s heavy reliance on Alternative Funding compared to the approved development budget. Describing the amount as ‘shockingly large’, Chong said the Alternative Funding amounted to nearly 80 per cent of the annual development expenditure, starting from 2023. “InRead More

KUCHING (Nov 13): Padungan assemblyman Chong Chieng Jen has voiced concerns about the Sarawak government’s financial practices, urging it to adopt greater caution in public spending and accountability. While debating the Supply (2025) Bill 2024 during the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting today, he specifically criticised the “Alternative Funding” scheme, which he believes circumvents theRead More