Sabah

Sabah and China Strengthen Ties for Regional Economic Growth A recently concluded Sabah-China Business Summit has laid the foundation for enhanced economic collaboration, aligning Sabah’s development goals with China’s technological and investment capabilities. Hosted by the Sabah government and organised by the state Industrial Development and Entrepreneurship Ministry, the event brought together...

NCT Alliance Bhd (KL), a construction and property development group, is set to expand its presence in Sabah through the acquisition of a 51% equity interest in Setara Juara Sdn Bhd, a company holding the development rights to 101.037 hectares of land in Dumpil Bay, along Jalan Kota Kinabalu-Lok Kawi. This prime land is earmarked for a mixed-development project with an estimated gross development value...

Over the years, Sabah and Sarawak have increasingly pushed for greater autonomy and equal partnership within Malaysia, as envisioned under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). This momentum has grown, with many in these two East Malaysian states calling for more control over resources, development, and decision-making power. In light of the political landscape following the 2022 general election, these...

Sabah Government to Investigate Claims of Rainforest Land Sale on Social Media The Sabah government has announced an investigation into claims that areas of rainforest within the state are being advertised for sale on social media platforms. This announcement comes from Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, who stated that, as of now, his administration has not received detailed information regarding the...

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,200 hotels in more than 95 countries, has announced an exciting new addition to its portfolio: the Wyndham Semporna Resort. This prestigious partnership with Goldstone Holdings will bring a new level of luxury to the eastern coast of Sabah, Malaysia. Expected to open in 2026, the Wyndham Semporna Resort will...

Sabah Launches MM2H Programme: New Opportunities for Foreign Residents The Sabah state cabinet has officially approved the Sabah-Malaysia My Second Home (Sabah-MM2H) programme, opening its doors to participants starting today. This initiative aims to attract foreign residents to Sabah, fostering cultural exchange and economic growth within the state. Programme Approval and Oversight Sabah Tourism,...

An unexpected hurdle has emerged in the pursuit of Sabah's ambitions to introduce the Sabah-Malaysia My Second Home (Sabah-MM2H) programme. The Federal Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (Motac) threw a spanner in the works, disrupting the diligent preparations made by the Sabah State Government. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment, Datuk Christina Liew, expressed dismay over Motac's abrupt...

In a strategic move to attract more foreign residents and revitalize its real estate market, Sabah has announced significant changes to its Sabah-Malaysia My Second Home (SBH-MM2H) programme. The most notable amendment is the reduction of the minimum age for applicants from 50 to 30 years, positioning Sabah as a more accessible destination for younger expatriates compared to the federal MM2H...

Sabah is on the brink of welcoming a new era for expatriates and retirees with the impending launch of the revamped Sabah-Malaysia My Second Home (Sabah-MM2H) programme, set to roll out next month. Datuk Christina Liew, Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Environment, announced the final touches are being applied to the programme, promising a smooth application process for prospective residents. Final...

Sabah's tourism industry made a significant contribution to the state's economy in 2022, with a gross value-added of tourism industries (GVATI) reaching RM13 billion. This accounted for 10.7% of Sabah's gross domestic product (GDP), according to the Regional Tourism Satellite Account (RTSA) of Sabah published by the statistics department. In addition, Sabah's GVATI contributed 5.2% to Malaysia's GVATI and...