Sabah vows firm action over fish bombing

KOTA KINABALU: May 25, 2026 The Sabah Government will take firm action against those involved in fish bombing activities following a recent incident at the coral reef restoration site on Pulau Selakan in the Tun Sakaran Marine Park (TMTS), Semporna. Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Jafry Ariffin said the incident had caused serious destruction…

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Governor and CM joined thousands to celebrate CNY

Over 10,000 people attended the Chinese New Year 2024 open house hosted by the State Government and FCAS at the Sabah International Convention Centre. Governor Tun Juhar Mahiruddin and wife, Toh Puan Norlidah R.M Jasni, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor and wife, Datin Seri Juliah Salag were among the dignitaries present. Organised by Tourism,…

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SICC staged 2,737 events since its opening

The Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) has hosted 2,737 events since its opening, including 989 international events, reflecting Sabah’s growing appeal as a competitive events destination. This represents stronger partnerships, growing regional connectivity and increasing confidence in what Sabah has to offer, its chief executive officer Datuk Dr Rosmawati Lasuki said. SICC also recorded 30,172…

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Sabah’s triple UNESCO recognition to woo more tourists

Sabah’s recent UNESCO triple crown achievement is making waves at the World Travel Market 2023 in London, capturing the imagination of industry leaders, influencers, and travellers worldwide. Sabah Tourism Board CEO Noredah Othman expressed her delight, stating: “Our decision to unveil this achievement at WTM has significantly boosted our efforts to attract international visitors to…

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