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Sabah energy stable, diesel reliance persists
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s gas-dominated energy supply structure has enabled the state to remain stable amid the global energy crisis following geopolitical conflict in West Asia, although its reliance on diesel for part of its electricity capacity remains...
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Six leakages tactics identified nationwide
PASIR MAS: The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) has identified six main modus operandi behind the leakage of controlled goods, including petrol and diesel. Its minister, Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali, said the six modus operandi were...
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Sabah rice supply stable, no shortage
KOTA KINABALU: Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Datuk Chan Foong Hin has assured that rice supply in Sabah remains sufficient and under control, urging the public to stay calm and avoid panic buying. Chan said he was briefed on the...
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ESSCOM operation nets RM680,250 seizures
SEMPORNA: A total of 28 illegal immigrants were arrested including RM680,250 worth of confiscated goods and compounds in a two-day integrated operation coordinated by the Eastern Sabah Security Command (ESSCOM) here that began on Wednesday. ESSCOM...
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STB to form crisis unit amid uncertainties
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Tourism Board (STB) will establish a dedicated crisis response unit to safeguard the state’s tourism industry amid growing global uncertainties, particularly the ongoing Middle East conflict and rising operational costs. The...
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Police shoot dead suspect after fatal shooting of younger brother in Tenom
TENOM: A man was shot dead by police after he allegedly shot and killed his younger brother with a bakakuk (homemade shotgun) in an incident at Kampung Kangkawang at Jalan Kemabong here on Sunday. Tenom District Police Chief Supt Azmir Abd Razak said...
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State birthday reflects Sabah sovereignty, unity
KOTA KINABALU: The official birthday celebration of the Yang Di-Pertua Negeri Sabah is not merely an annual tradition, as it also signifies the state’s sovereignty. According to Head of State Tun Musa Aman, the event reflects the appreciation for the...
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IGP, CJ head list of Sabah state awards recipients
KOTA KINABALU: Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail and Chief Justice of Malaysia Datuk Seri Utama Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh, as well as corporate figure Datuk Abdul Farish Abd Rashid head the list of Sabah state awards in...
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Sabah claim dismissed as election rhetoric
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor has dismissed renewed calls from the Philippines’ claim over Sabah, describing such remarks as recurring rhetoric often raised ahead of elections. He said the matter had long been...
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Ewon: Sabah deserves diesel subsidy
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah is entitled to receive diesel subsidies given that the state is among the country’s main producers of oil and gas (O&G), said Datuk Ewon Benedick. The Deputy Chief Minister III and Minister of Industrial Development,...
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Le Méridien presents commemorative cake for Tun Musa’s 75th birthday
KOTA KINABALU: Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu presented a specially crafted commemorative cake in conjunction with the 75th official birthday celebration of Sabah’s Governor Tun Musa Aman. The cake, unveiled on Thursday, was inspired by the “Bantal...
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Sabah Police Gallery honours force sacrifices
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government has pledged continued support for police personnel, recognising them as key strategic partners in the state’s security and development. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor said state security is the...
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No fuel shortage in Sabah, says minister
KOTA KINABALU: Minister of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali has assured consumers there is no shortage of fuel supply in Sabah. Thus, he urged the public to remain calm and avoid panic buying. “The current supply of...
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Aidilfitri greets travellers at KKIA
KOTA KINABALU: Tourism Malaysia on Monday welcomed both domestic and international visitors with a vibrant Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) in conjunction with Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VM2026). The main...
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Hari Raya Aidilfitri
The management and staff of THE BORNEO POST wish all our readers and advertisers Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri. We are taking a break today & tomorrow. Your favourite newspaper will be available as usual on Tuesday and you can stay updated on the...
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Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri
The management and staff of THE BORNEO POST wish all our readers and advertisers Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri. We are taking a break today & tomorrow. Your favourite newspaper will be available as usual on Tuesday and you can stay updated on the...
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Chongqing route boosts Sabah tourism growth
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah welcomed its first direct flight from Chongqing on Thursday with the arrival of Chongqing Airlines’ inaugural service, linking the southwestern China city to Kota Kinabalu. Flight OQ2193 landed at Kota Kinabalu International...
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AIDILFITRI PREPARATIONS
Trader, Syakila Sed, 22, is taking the opportunity to earn an income by selling ketupat casings along the road divider at Jalan Pryer here, in conjunction with preparations for the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration. A survey on Wednesday found...
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Sabah cops smash drug syndicates
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah police have dismantled two separate drug trafficking syndicates with seizures of over RM2.6 million at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) and in Tawau. Sabah police commissioner Datuk Jauteh Dikun said the drugs totalling...
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Rice supply sufficient, prices remain stable
KOTA KINABALU: The supply of subsidised rice in Sabah is sufficient, with prices remaining stable following checks at several supermarkets around the state capital. A survey found no signs of large-scale panic buying, while prices remained unchanged...
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Solar project boosts Sabah’s green energy push
TUARAN: The Sabah government aims to reduce reliance on conventional energy sources and transition towards a more diversified, sustainable and environmentally friendly energy system. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor said the move is in...
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State govt to give RM10,000 aid to victim’s family
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government will provide cash assistance of RM10,000 to the family of a senior citizen who perished in a landslide in Sandakan early Wednesday. Home Affairs and Research secretary Datuk Awang Shahminan Sahari said Sandakan...
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Security vital for Sabah’s SMJ 2.0 push
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government will not compromise on strengthening security as it seeks to drive economic growth under the Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) 2.0 development plan and ensure the well-being of the people, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima...
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Illegal sand mining raid nets excavator, lorry
KOTA BELUD: The Sabah Lands and Surveys Department seized an excavator and lorry during an operation at Kampung Pintasan, Kota Belud on March 5. According to the department’s director Chua Ming Ling, the department’s enforcement team raided the area...
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MMEA nabs duo for suspected fish bombing in Kunak
LAHAD DATU: A pump boat suspected of engaging in fishing bombing activity in Kunak waters was detained by Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) personnel early yesterday. Lahad Datu MMEA director Dzulfikhar Ali said the boat was spotted by a...
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Statewide crackdown on illegal cigarette sellers
KOTA KINABALU: The government will not tolerate illegal cigarette sellers operating in areas under local authorities across Sabah, particularly those who behave aggressively or like gangsters. Assistant Minister of Local Government and Housing Datuk...
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RM20.88 mln frozen food seized across Sabah
The Sabah General Operations Force (GOF) arrested 21 individuals and seized various frozen foods items estimated to be worth RM20.88 million through Op Bersepadu Chiller, which was carried out simultaneously in seven districts across the state on...
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No Borneo Bloc, says Hajiji Noor
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor has dismissed claims that Sabah and Sarawak are pursuing a political strategy known as the Borneo Bloc. Former federal law minister Datuk Zaid Ibrahim had claimed the Borneo Bloc...
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Sabah woos Chinese investors for devt
KOTA KINABALU: Chinese investors are invited to explore business collaboration opportunities in Sabah, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Hajiji Haji Noor. Under the Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) 2.0 roadmap, he said Sabah remains committed to...
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TYT, chief minister attend DBKK iftar event
KOTA KINABALU: The Yang di Pertua Negeri Sabah Tun Datuk Seri Panglima Dr Musa Aman and his wife Toh Puan Datin Seri Panglima Datuk Faridah Tussin attended an ‘iftar’ (break-of-fast) event hosted by Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK) at The Magellan Sutera...
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M’sia stands in solidarity with Iran
KUALA LUMPUR: The government and opposition blocs in the Malaysian Parliament today set aside political differences to stand in solidarity with the people and nation of Iran, hence becoming among the earliest parliaments to express a firm stance in...
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Respect differences to strengthen Sabah unity
TAMPARULI: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor has called on the people to continue respecting differences among one another in order to strengthen unity and harmony within the state’s multi-racial society. “Strong unity can only be...
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Sabah, Sarawak poised as election kingmakers
PAPAR: Sabah and Sarawak can emerge as decisive blocs in the next General Election, but the key issue is how the two Borneo states leverage that position, said Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) deputy secretary-general Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali. He was...
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Beaufort residents brace for another year of recurring floods
BEAUFORT: For residents long accustomed to annual floods, the disaster has come to feel like a grim routine, with Beaufort estimated to have endured more than a dozen inundations last year alone. More worrying still, the flooding that began on...
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Flood victims rise to 4,458, five districts affected
KOTA KINABALU: The number of flood victims in Sabah has risen to 4,458 people from 1,505 families, who are currently taking shelter at 22 temporary relief centres (PPS) Thursday. In a statement, the Sabah State Disaster Management Committee said the...
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Over 2,600 evacuated in five districts
KOTA KINABALU: Floods have affected five districts in Sabah since Tuesday, forcing 2,616 people from 1,225 families to take shelter at 10 temporary relief centres (PPS). According to a statement from the Sabah State Disaster Management Committee, five...
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Sedia completes 9 studies to guide 13MP implementation
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Economic Development and Investment Authority (Sedia) has completed nine Master Plan and Feasibility Study reports to guide the planning and implementation of the 13th Malaysia Plan. Its chairman Chief Minister Datuk Seri...
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Offshore quake leaves Sabah coast safe
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s coastline remains stable and safe following a strong offshore earthquake that struck early Monday morning, according to coastal engineering and seismic experts. Senior Coastal Engineer and ASEAN Professional Engineer Ir. Ts. Tan...
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Flood response instensifies across Sabah districts
KOTA KINABALU: Authorities across Sabah have stepped up flood response operations, with multiple agencies working round the clock to evacuate residents, assist stranded students and monitor rising water levels in several districts. In Pitas, the...
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Flood victims climb as rains persist
KOTA KINABALU: The number of flood victims in Sabah rose to 4,652 people from 1,799 families as of 4pm on Saturday, up from 3,768 victims at noon, according to the State Disaster Management Committee Secretariat (JPBN). The evacuees are currently...
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Flood evacuees rise to 406 at three relief centres
KOTA KINABALU: The number of flood evacuees in Sabah has risen on Friday afternoon, with 406 people from 124 families taking shelter at three temporary relief centres (PPS) that have been operating since morning. The Sabah State Disaster Management...
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Sabah fully committed to MM2H program
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government remains fully committed to supporting responsible and sustainable growth of the Sabah-Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme, said Datuk Jafry Ariffin. The Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister said the...
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Happy Chinese New Year
The management and staff of THE BORNEO POST wish all our readers and advertisers Happy Chinese New Year. We are taking a three-day break from February 16, 17 & 18. Your favourite newspaper will be available as usual on Friday and you can stay updated...
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Happy Chinese New Year
The management and staff of THE BORNEO POST wish all our readers and advertisers Happy Chinese New Year. We are taking a three-day break from February 16, 17 & 18. Your favourite newspaper will be available as usual on Friday and you can stay updated...
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Happy Chinese New Year
The management and staff of THE BORNEO POST wish all our readers and advertisers Happy Chinese New Year. We are taking a three-day break from February 16, 17 & 18. Your favourite newspaper will be available as usual on Friday and you can stay updated...
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RM559.85 mln boosts Sabah food security
TUARAN: A total of RM559.85 million has been allocated to the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry (Maffi) this year to boost Sabah’s food security and improve the state’s self-sufficiency ratio (SSR) for food crops, said Chief Minister...
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Sabah expands totally protected forest areas
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah has expanded its Totally Protected Areas (TPA) following the gazettement of about 216,000 hectares of new forest areas involving commercial forest reserves and State Land. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said the move...
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Drug syndicate crippled, RM174 million seized
KOTA KINABALU: Police have successfully dismantled one of the largest international drug trafficking syndicates operating in Sabah in two major operations, resulting in seizures valued at an estimated RM174 million. Inspector-General of Police, Mohd...
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Dismembered body found at rubbish dump
KOTA KINABALU: A dismembered body, believed to be that of a woman, was discovered at a rubbish dump in Taman Indah Permai in Sepanggar here, Thursday morning. The body was reportedly found by a garbage truck worker while collecting trash in the area...
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Sabah leads renewable energy way
PENAMPANG: Sabah marked a milestone in its renewable energy drive Wednesday with the launch of two major solar projects — a 13.21MW floating solar facility at Babagon Dam and a 15MW solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Batu Sapi, Sandakan. The projects,...
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SEC-Petronas agreement out to boost Sabah’s energy security
KUALA LUMPUR: Sabah Energy Corporation Sdn Bhd (SEC) and Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) have exchanged a Heads of Agreement (HoA) to develop the Mutiara Cluster, a strategic offshore gas resource off the coast of Sandakan, strengthening long-term...
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Anwar backs new Indian consulate in Sabah, boosts bilateral ties
PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has agreed to support India’s decision to open a new consulate in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, underscoring the growing depth of MalaysiaIndia relations. He conveyed this during a joint press conference with...
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‘Sabah First’ remains state govt’s core policy
KOTA KINABALU: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor said the ‘Sabah First’ principle continues to be the foundation of every policy and decision of the State Government in ensuring the interests of the people of Sabah are always prioritised....
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Miss World charity tour highlights Sabah to the world — Rep
KOTA KINABALU: The Miss World’s charity and humanitarian “Beauty with a Purpose” tour is helping to highlight Sabah to the world, said Assistant Sabah Education, Science, Technology and Innovation Minister, Jordan Jude Ellron. “They also distribute...
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TLAS+ launched for sustainable timber trade
KOTA KINABALU: The state government has launched the Sabah Timber Legality Assurance System Plus (Sabah TLAS+) Booklet, signalling the state’s commitment to responsible trade, forest conservation and leadership in the global green economy. Chief...
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Business events key driver for growth, investment
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government will continue supporting business events that align with its economic agenda, enhancing regional engagement and investment dialogue. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor highlighted that business events...
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Call to resolve SJKC teacher shortage
KOTA KINABALU: The government has called for urgent need to address the prolonged shortage of teachers in Chinese National-type Schools (SJKC) across the state. In pointing this out, Minister for Education, Science, Technology and Innovation Datuk...
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Sabah to establish AI-based religious school
TAWAU: The state government plans to develop a State Religious Secondary School incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) on land adjacent to the Apas Balung State Religious School, as part of its strategic move to boost Islamic education that...
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Thaipusam: A showcase of unity in diversity
KOTA KINABALU: Thaipusam celebrations at the Sri Subramaniar Temple in Lok Kawi here on Sunday reflected Sabah’s strong spirit of unity, drawing devotees and visitors from diverse religious and ethnic backgrounds. Temple organisers estimated that more...
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Sabah tourism receipts hit RM8.74b
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s tourism industry soared in 2025, welcoming 3,793,709 visitor arrivals and generating RM8.74 billion in tourism receipts. State Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Jafry Ariffin emphasised that while celebrating this...
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CM: Seek redeployment if unable to perform
KOTA KINABALU: Any state officer or personnel who feel they are no longer able to carry out their responsibilities effectively should inform their superiors or the Chief Minister so that redeployment can be considered, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri...
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Putrajaya affirms commitment to special grant
KUALA LUMPUR: The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to Sabah’s constitutional right to a 40 per cent special grant of the state’s net revenue, following recent negotiations with the Sabah government. The matter was raised in the Dewan...
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Dashboard on latest MA63 devt launched
KUALA LUMPUR: The government Wednesday launched the Dashboard portal on the implementation status of Matters Under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) to enable the public to monitor the latest developments in its implementation. Deputy Prime Minister...
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PETRA seeks total solution to resolve Labuan water woes
LABUAN: The Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) is pursuing a comprehensive and long-term solution to address prolonged water supply disruptions in Labuan by identifying and developing alternative water sources to strengthen...
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Chennai cyclists kick off Sabah cycling tour
KOTA KINABALU: Cyclists from Chennai, India began their Sabah journey on Monday (Jan 26), exploring the state on two wheels as part of the Ride Sabah North Borneo Cycling FAM Tour. The 6D5N familiarisation tour is led by Tourism Malaysia–Chennai and...
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LPPB marks 59 years with 30,000 homes
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Housing and Town Development Board (LPPB) has successfully built a total of 29,443 units of Low Cost Public Housing (PAKR) across Sabah over nearly six decades since its establishment. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor...
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Sabah-S’wak power grid boosts energy security
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah and Sarawak marked a significant breakthrough in regional energy cooperation on Saturday with the official energisation of the 275kV Sabah–Sarawak Power Grid Interconnection. The interconnection, which was successfully implemented...
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Sabahans must fill top federal jobs — CM
KOTA KINABALU: Qualified Sabahans must secure more high-ranking positions within the federal civil service, including roles based in Putrajaya, said the Chief Minister. Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor said Sabahans must be more open and prepared to...
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Stronger BN-GRS coop to ensure Sabah stability
KINABATANGAN: Cooperation between Barisan Nasional (BN) and Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) must continue to be strengthened to ensure Sabah enjoys political stability, which in turn will drive the state’s development, said BN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad...
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New framework for public-private partnership
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah State Cabinet approved the establishment of the State Public-Private Partnership and Concession Project Management Committee, a move aimed at strengthening oversight and streamlining joint public-private initiatives in the...
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Discharge duties with integrity — CM
KOTA KINABALU: Community development leaders (PPM) must discharge their duties with integrity,astheyrepresentthestate government in their respective constituencies, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor. He said those serving in...
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