By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, Aug 11: The growing presence of online gambling operations in Kuching disguised through physical shopfronts such as coffee shops and convenience stores was among the issues raised during a courtesy call between the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) and the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) recently.
According to a statement, the courtesy visit by PDRM Bukit Aman Principal Assistant Director of the Extremist and Social Threats Division, Dato’ Mohammad Shaharul Md Osman, to MBKS was aimed at strengthening strategic cooperation between the two parties in tackling security and social issues in Kuching South.
At the same time, MBKS Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng appealed to the MPs for Bandar Kuching and Stampin— Dr Kelvin Yii and Chong Chieng Jen, respectively—to urge the Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of Communications to take immediate and decisive enforcement action.
“MBKS is fully committed to working closely with the police to ensure public safety.
“We share the same goal to keep Kuching safe and harmonious, and MBKS is ever ready to work with PDRM in addressing crimes and social ills,” said Wee.
The mayor also briefed the PDRM delegation on the council’s existing safety measures, which include:
- Installation of CCTVs at strategic locations.
- Deployment of police wardens for traffic control.
- Joint monitoring with enforcement agencies against illegal activities.
“A safe city is the foundation of a thriving community. Through stronger collaboration with PDRM and firm, immediate enforcement actions, we can safeguard Kuching for all its residents,” said Wee.
Meanwhile, Wee also received a courtesy visit from the Taoyuan City Scout Council in Taiwan.
The delegation, led by Chief Delegate of the Taoyuan City Scout Council, Hsu Song-fang, expressed hopes for future Scout exchange visits between Kuching and Taiwan.
The Taoyuan City Scout Council actively engages in international exchanges with Scouts from the United States, Korea, China, and Japan.
During the meeting, both sides discussed community welfare, sustainability, youth empowerment, multicultural unity, and the role of festive events in bringing people together.
They agreed that stronger Scout exchanges would promote friendship, understanding, and leadership among youths.
The delegation was joined by Kuching City Scout Council president, Lee Kong Shin, District Commissioner Liaw May Choo, and six members.
The visitors will be in Kuching for about a week, taking part in exchange activities and experiencing the city’s culture, heritage, and community spirit. — DayakDaily
