We are very pleased to share with our readers, Journalof Borneo Kalimantan (JBK) Volume 8, Issue 2 December 2022. This issue presents an article by Miklos Kazmer which he reviews on the fascinating work of Theodor Posewitz where he scientifically described the nature and people of Banjarmasin in Borneo.

We are also delighted to share two book reviews entitled “A Book Review on Environmental Wisdom for Planet Earth: The Islamic Heritage (Revised Second Edition) by Osman Bakar” by Mohd. Shazani Bin Masri; and “Stories from the Kelabit Highlands. Folklore, Myths and Legends of the Kelabit tribe of Borneo collated and transcribed by Datin Nikki Lugun” by Valerie Mashman.

We wish to express our sincere gratitude to all the contributors and reviewers of all the articles and book reviews. To all readers, Happy Reading and a Happy New Year 2023!

Professor Dr Poline Bala

Chief Editor

Institute of Borneo Studies

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)