The Borneo Post (Sabah)
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
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Happy Chinese New Year
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Happy Chinese New Year
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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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King calls for all-out fight against corruption
KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has expressed firm resolve to wage an all-out fight against corruption, stressing that no individual should be shielded from legal action. His Majesty said efforts to combat corruption must...
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New plan strengthens World Heritage site
KOTA KINABALU: The launch of the new Kinabalu Park World Heritage Site Management Plan marks a major milestone in Sabah’s commitment to protecting one of its most treasured natural assets, said State Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk...
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Govt eyes 50 pct ruminant self-sufficient by 2030
KINABATANGAN: The government is committed to raising Malaysia’s self-sufficiency rate (SSR) for ruminant livestock from the current 20 per cent to 50 per cent by 2030, according to Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu. He...
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Leaders’ duty to spread govt’s achievements
KOTA KINABALU: The onus falls upon community development leaders (PPMs) to explain government’s achievements to the people in their respective areas. In pointing this out, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor observed that many achievements...
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CM Hajiji leads Sabah delegation to Madani Government 2026 Retreat in Bangi
KUALA LUMPUR: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor led a state delegation to the 2026 Madani Government Retreat at the EPF Learning Centre Bangi in Selangor last weekend. Accompanying him were Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Seri Panglima Dr...
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Papar MP reports suspected water sabotage
KINARUT: Papar MP Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali has lodged a police report requesting an investigation into deliberate sabotage of water supply and infrastructure, following disruptions that have left residents facing ongoing water shortages. The report was...
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Water shortages test Tanzania’s climate resilience
DAR ES SALAAM: Prisca Ntaula, the mother of a seven-year-old boy, has not slept properly for weeks. A resident of Temboni on the outskirts of Tanzania’s commercial capital, Dar es Salaam, she now spends most of her days and nights thinking about where...
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Flood situation worsens as evacuees rise to 619
KOTA KINABALU: The number of flood evacuees in Sabah has risen, with 619 residents from 220 households currently sheltered in four temporary relief centres (PPS) across the state. According to the Sabah Disaster Command Centre (SDCC), Beaufort remains...
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Flood victims: Rise in Sabah; drop in Sarawak and Johor
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 607 flood victims are still taking shelter at temporary relief centres (PPS) in three states, with Sabah recording an increase on Sunday afternoon. In Sabah, the State Disaster Management Committee (JBPN) announced that the...
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Ewon calls for unity to strengthen Penampang
KOTA KINABALU: Past challenges, including floods and political differences, should serve as a reminder for leaders and residents in Penampang to unite in building a stronger and more competitive district, said Penampang Member of Parliament (MP) Datuk...
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Visit Malaysia 2026 kicks off with New Year Countdown Festival
KUALA LUMPUR: The Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign officially kicked off with the staging of the Visit Malaysia 2026 Countdown Festival, a largescale New Year’s Eve celebration held in vibrant fashion on Wednesday night at Pavilion Kuala...
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Happy New Year
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Cruise vessels return to Kudat
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Ports Sdn Bhd (SPSB), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Suria Capital Holdings Berhad, proudly marks a significant milestone in Sabah’s cruise tourism sector with the successful return of cruise activities to Kudat Port, highlighted by...
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Labuan Customs seizes 55 vehicles worth RM7.12 mln
LABUAN: The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) Labuan seized 55 vehicles worth RM7.12 million, including taxes, following a series of enforcement operations in Sabah and Sarawak from January - Dec 29 this year. Labuan Customs director Aspaila...
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Telecommunications tower fire affects service coverage
IPOH: A Maxis telecommunications tower caught fire in an incident at its Sungai Perak substation area in Kampung Kelebor, Kuala Kangsar on Saturday. Perak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) acting assistant director of operations Shazlean Mohd Hanafiah...
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Government to roll out social media regulatory sandbox from Jan 1
PUTRAJAYA: The government will roll out a regulatory sandbox programme from Jan 1 to assess child protection mechanisms and ensure consumer safety in the digital space ahead of full-scale enforcement. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said...
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Sindumin election petition filed
KOTA KINABALU: An election petition was filed at the Kota Kinabalu Court Complex here on Friday (Dec 26) at 2.30pm, seeking to annul the Sindumin State Constituency result in the 17th Sabah State Election held on Nov 29, 2025. The petition was filed...
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Merry Christmas
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Merry Christmas
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Court rejects Najib’s bid over alleged house arrest addendum
KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court here Monday dismissed the judicial review application by Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak over the addendum order allegedly authorising the former prime minister to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house...
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Ahmad Zahid: BN open to rebranding in line with current developments
BUTTERWORTH: Barisan Nasional (BN) is prepared to undertake rebranding or form a new entity, in line with the current political landscape and the constraints of the coalition’s constitutional provisions. BN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi...
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Couple killed in accident, daughter survives
BEAUFORT: A husband and wife were killed while their eight-year-old daughter survived in a road accident along Kuala Penyu/Bandau Road, near Pantai Pimping, here on Friday. Christin Paun, 50, and his wife Marlyne Gumin, 42, were killed instantly when...
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Hajiji: Sabah welcomes Chinese investors
KOTA KINABALU: The State Government always welcomes foreign investors, especially from the People’s Republic of China, to explore strategic investment opportunities in Sabah to boost economic growth and sustainable development. Chief Minister Datuk...
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Unprofitable GLCs face the axe
KOTA KINABALU: Governmentlinked companies (GLCs) found not performing for five consecutive years will be placed under review and may face a shutdown order, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Hajiji Haji Noor. The Chief Minister said any GLC...
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Six deputy ministers promoted
KUALA LUMPUR: Six deputy ministers and one new face were appointed as full ministers in the MADANI Government administration on Tuesday. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, speaking at a special media conference on the Cabinet reshuffle involving...
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Kunak assemblyman sworn in as assistant minister
KOTA KINABALU: Kunak assemblyman Datuk Seri Dr Anil Sandhu was sworn in as Assistant Minister of Youth Development, Sports Advancement and Creative Economy on Monday. The swearing-in ceremony, which began at 10am, was held before the Yang di-Pertua...
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Sabah woman sells rare Pokémon cards to join Sumud Flotilla mission
KUALA LUMPUR: Letting go of something you love is never easy, especially when it carries memories and has sentimental value. But it was different for Sabahborn Ayesha Assilla Watuna, who was willing to sell her personal collection of rare,...
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Sabah energy transition enters new phase
KOTA KINABALU: The commissioning of the 275kV Sabah–Sarawak Interconnection marks a strategic milestone in strengthening electricity supply security and powering Sabah’s future. Through this cross-border transmission link, Sabah is now able to tap...
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Sabah tables RM6.4b Budget for 2026
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah will enter 2026 with a modest surplus, a development Finance Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun describes as a testament to the State Government’s commitment to prudent financial management while placing the people’s...
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BUDGET BOOK
DeputyChiefMinisterIIDatukSeriPanglimaMasidiManjun,whoisalsoSabah’sFinanceMinister,receivedandconductedthefinalreviewofthe2026Budget Book, themed “Driving Development, Prioritising the People’s Well-Being”, that will be tabled at the Sabah State...
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Sepanggar Port congestion being addressed — Ewon
KOTA KINABALU: The congestion issue at the Teluk Sepanggar Container Port is being addressed through efforts to upgrade and increase the capacity of the port’s infrastructure, said Sabah Deputy Chief Minister III Datuk Ewon Benedick. The state...
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Ewon: Sabah Investment Plan to be integrated into SMJ 2.0 Roadmap
KINABALU: Deputy Chief Minister III cum Minister of Industrial Development, Entrepreneurship and Transport, Datuk Ewon Benedick, said the proposed Sabah Investment Plan (SIP) by Invest Sabah will be brought to his ministry before being submitted as an...
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PM: All Sabah election pledges to be fulfilled
PUTRAJAYA: The government will ensure that all election pledges made during the 17th Sabah General Election, particularly those relating to infrastructure improvements, are implemented starting this month, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said...
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40 pct revenue: Govt to finalise technical parameters next month, says Anwar
KOTA KINABALU: The federal government will finalise the technical parameters for Sabah’s long-standing 40 per cent revenue entitlement by midJanuary, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar emphasised that clarity on the formula is...
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Bung Moktar laid to rest at Kampung Likas Muslim Cemetery
KOTA KINABALU: The remains of Kinabatangan Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin were laid to rest at the Kampung Likas Muslim Cemetery here at 2.25 pm on Friday. A light drizzle began soon after the burial, creating a calm and subdued...
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Tei, Shamsul Iskandar charged with corruption
KUALA LUMPUR: Businessman Albert Tei Jiann Cheing and former Senior Political Secretary to the Prime Minister Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin were separately charged in the Sessions Court here on Thursday over alleged bribery involving the...
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‘Sabah to firmly pursue 40% revenue claim’
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s claim to 40 per cent of its revenue will be pursuedfirmly,withnocompromise on constitutional provisions, said Deputy Chief Minister cum Finance Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun. He said this when met by reporters at...
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17 new assistant ministers sworn in
KOTA KINABALU: Seventeen new assistant ministers, who include four independent assemblymen, were sworn in at Istana Seri Kinabalu on Tuesday in a ceremony officiated by the Yang di-Pertua Negeri, Tun Dr Musa Aman. The new appointees represent Gabungan...
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Hajiji: New Cabinet will drive state’s progress
KOTA KINABALU: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor is confident that every member of the State Cabinet who has been appointed possesses the experience and capability to lead their respective ministries towards greater progress for the state...
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Hajiji gains commanding edge
KOTA KINABALU: A day after the 17th Sabah state election, several parties have declared their support for Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) led by Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, further strengthening the coalition’s position to form a government with...
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