Sabah is opening its doors to global citizens to experience its natural scenic attractions through the Sabah-Malaysia My Second Home (Sabah-MM2H) initiative.
Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Jafry Ariffin said the state government fully supports the sustainable growth of the Sabah-MM2H programme.
“We believe this initiative contributes positively to our economy by stimulating tourism, real estate, local businesses and professional services, while also strengthening international ties and cross-cultural understanding,” he said.
He said this at the Persatuan Perunding Malaysia Rumah Keduaku Sabah pre-CNY dinner gala and first installation ceremony, which saw Jenny Ngu elected as president.
In this regard, he said the role played by professional consultants and industry partners is crucial to ensure that Sabah-MM2H continues to grow with credibility and trust.
He encouraged the association to uphold high standards, work closely with the government, and continue promoting Sabah as a safe, welcoming and sustainable home for the global community.
He also commended the strategic partnership between Sabah-MM2H and Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia to enhance investor confidence, improve financial facilitation and strengthen the ecosystem supporting long-term residents in Sabah.
Sabah’s strength lies in its diversity, where people of different cultures, backgrounds and nations live together in harmony.
“This spirit of inclusiveness is exactly what makes Sabah not only a great place to visit, but also a wonderful place to call home,” he said.
Beyond being a world-class tourism destination, he said Sabah is also increasingly recognised as a preferred place to live, invest and build long-term connections.