Shanghai businessmen expressed keen interest in investing in Sabah’s tourism and property development sectors. Their intentions were revealed to Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Christina Liew during a courtesy call. Seeking advice on securing state support, the investors from Dresser Wayne Fuel Equipment (Shanghai) Co Ltd were assured of the government’s investor-friendly approach. Liew…
KOTA KINABALU: 19 Aug 2026 The Sabah Youth Council (SYC) has voiced concern over soaring airfares between Kota Kinabalu and Kuala Lumpur, particularly during peak seasons. Its president, Abqaree Fawwaz Abekan said the issue is no longer merely about travel but also involves access to education, economic opportunities, social mobility and family ties. He said…
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (Matta) Fair Sabah is gearing up for the year-end holidays, offering a wide range of packages. The second edition of Matta Fair Sabah for 2023 will take place from Oct 13 to 15 at the Sabah International Convention Centre. Over 60 booths with around 40 exhibitors will…
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Tourism, Culture and Environment Ministry welcomes the federal government’s efforts in reviving the tourism industry through the implementation of the National Tourism Policy (DPN) 2020-2030. Its Minister, Datuk Jafry Ariffin (pix) assured his ministry will implement the policy according to the suitability in the state in order to boost Sabah’s tourism…
Sabah has taken another step to strengthen its autonomy in environmental management. This follows discussions with Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Arthur Joseph Kurup on the implementation of Article 95C of the Federal Constitution concerning the management of scheduled waste in the state. Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Jafry Ariffin, who led the state…
KOTA KINABALU: May 4, 2026 The opening of Sheraton Kota Kinabalu marks a significant milestone in Sabah’s tourism development, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. He said the hotel, built at a cost of more than RM300 million, reflects strong investor confidence in the state despite global uncertainties. He noted that several other hotel…
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (Matta) Sabah is collaborating with the Sabah Tourism Board (STB) to advance community-based initiatives to promote sustainable tourism. Organising chairman Mohd Azlan Saleh Abd Salam said the partnership reflects a shared commitment to empowering local communities while ensuring the long-term sustainability of Sabah’s tourism sector. “These efforts…
China Southern Airlines has agreed to extend its current double daily flights from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu under the existing Summer Schedule to the Winter Schedule (October 30, 2024 to March 2025). Tourism, Culture and Environment Datuk Minister Christina Liew announced this following a business meeting with a delegation from China Southern Airlines, led by…
Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Christina Liew launched the Sabah-Malaysia My Second Home (Sabah-MM2H) programme at a resort here on Sunday. This programme is tailored specifically to highlight the unique attractions and opportunities that Sabah has to offer. Sabah, globally renowned for its pristine natural beauty, rich biodiversity, diverse cultures, and warm hospitality, fits…
KOTA KINABALU/Dec11: Rural tourism operators need to be committed in transforming their tourist sites to draw long-stay and high-spending visitors. Assistant Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment Datuk Joniston Bangkuai said that their efforts and involvement need to be in line with the Sabah Tourism Board’s and the Federation of Rural Tourism Association Sabah’s strategic…