SEMPORNA: May 7, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Semporna is poised to emerge as a world-class sustainable marine tourism hub under Sabah\u2019s Blue Economy agenda, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He said the district has already become a benchmark for high-value and sustainable tourism management, particularly through the implementation of a daily visitor quota system at Sipadan Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to him, the system has successfully balanced environmental conservation with tourism activities while preserving the island\u2019s ecological sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAt the Tun Sakaran Marine Park, we are witnessing harmonious synergy between tourism, biodiversity conservation and community participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis is the foundation of the community-based tourism concept that we want to expand because it ensures that Semporna\u2019s natural wealth is returned to its people,\u201d he said during a dinner held in conjunction with his working visit to the district as part of the ESS Zone Security Inspection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hajiji said the state government is also focusing on upgrading tourism-related infrastructure in Semporna to support the sector\u2019s long-term growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He said this includes the modernisation of jetty facilities, improvements to logistics connectivity and the provision of more organised, safe and world-class public tourism facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At the same time, he stressed that sustainability must remain a priority amid increasing tourism development pressures in areas such as Mabul Island and Kapalai Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIf not managed properly, we risk damaging the natural assets that are the state\u2019s economic goldmine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cSustainability must be seen as an investment, not a burden,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hajiji said all future development in Semporna must be guided by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles to ensure a balance between economic progress and long-term environmental sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He added that Semporna has the potential to become a model for coastal tourism development and a centre of reference for Blue Economy excellence in Sabah.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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