Kinabalu UNESCO benefits local residents in three districts

The Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark offers numerous benefits and economic opportunities for around 291,300 residents in Kota Belud, Kota Marudu, and Ranau. Covering 4,750 square kilometres and involving 423 villages, it provides avenues for increased income through tourism and cultural preservation. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, highlighted the positive impacts, such as business opportunities…

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Sabah monitoring volcanic situation closely

Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said the safety of the people is top priority in the wake of Indonesia’s Mount Ruang volcanic eruptions in North Sulawesi province on Wednesday evening. He said the state is monitoring the situation closely.  “I have been briefed about the situation and we are keeping tab. Safety is priority…

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SICC all set to host international events

The Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) is ready to host the “Be in Sabah” forum for international participants. This follows the successful hosting of the forum at the Asia-Pacific level from February 29 to March 1, 2024, said SICC Chief Executive Officer Datuk Rosmawati Lasuki during a post-event report meeting at SICC. The report was…

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Sabah to draft long-term tourism blueprint

TUARAN: June 7, 2026 The Tourism, Culture and Environment Ministry is drafting a Sabah Tourism Blueprint, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said. The blueprint is expected to be completed before the end of this year. He said it will chart long-term tourism direction and address sustainability and connectivity challenges. It will also reflect local…

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KKCCI supports rural tourism growth

The business community is open to supporting initiatives that create opportunities and boost Sabah’s tourism growth. Kota Kinabalu Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KKCCI) President Datuk Michael Lui said the positive tourism momentum, especially post-pandemic, is encouraging for local businesses. “Many local players are benefiting, and we look forward to continued collaboration to attract…

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1,500 passengers touch down at KKIA

Tourism Malaysia welcomed 1,500 international and domestic passengers on the third day of Hari Raya celebrations at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) in conjunction with Visit Malaysia (VM) 2026. The travellers arrived on 21 flights from Singapore, Incheon, Kuala Lumpur, Kuching, Labuan, Lahad Datu, Tawau and Sandakan between 12pm and 4pm, said Tourism, Arts and…

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