Sabah

Sabah-MM2H Sees Uptick in Global Interest: What It Means for Property and Investment in Malaysia Malaysia continues to draw foreign attention through its Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programmes—but this time, it’s Sabah in the spotlight. With a growing number of applications from China, Taiwan, and beyond, the Sabah-MM2H initiative is proving that demand for second-home status and property...

NCT Alliance Expands Landbank in Sabah with RM36 Million Putatan Acquisition Property developer NCT Alliance Bhd (KL:NCT) continues its expansion in East Malaysia with the proposed acquisition of a majority stake in a Sabah landowner — a strategic move that bolsters its foothold in the high-growth Putatan district near Kota Kinabalu. In a filing with Bursa Malaysia, NCT Alliance announced that its...

Titijaya Land Buys Two Strategic Properties Near UMS Kota Kinabalu for RM105 Million to Boost Sabah Presence KOTA KINABALU – Titijaya Land Bhd has announced a major expansion into East Malaysia with the proposed acquisition of two strategically located properties adjacent to Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS). With a combined value of RM105 million, this acquisition marks a significant step in the...

NCT Alliance Expands into Sabah with RM3.4 Billion Ion Marina Bay Mixed Development NCT Alliance Bhd is making a bold move to strengthen its presence in East Malaysia with the acquisition of a 51% equity stake in Sabah-based property developer Setara Juara Sdn Bhd for RM22 million. This strategic partnership paves the way for the development of Ion Marina Bay, a high-impact, mixed-use township in Putatan,...

Sabah’s RM58 Billion Investment Boom: Key Opportunities for Property and Business Growth Sabah is fast becoming a major magnet for both foreign and domestic investors, with a remarkable RM58.319 billion in total investments secured or in progress since 2020. This surge positions the state as a rising economic hub in East Malaysia — and the implications for property investors, industrial developers,...

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...