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Sabah is transitioning to a diversified economy spanning manufacturing, tourism, and technology, requiring substantial investment in vocational training and local talent development rather than reliance on foreign workers.
Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor has announced that the state will acquire a 40 per cent ownership stake in a floating liquefied natural gas project, with a formal agreement with Petronas expected within months.
The Jualan MADANI KUSKOP initiative is spreading to more isolated villages across Sabah, bringing discounted essential goods and promotional offers to communities with limited retail access, as the programme records strong uptake nationwide.
Sabah is positioned as a key hub for the JOM MALAYSIA movement, a national initiative designed to propel local entrepreneurs and products into international markets. The platform complements the state's SMJ 2.0 development agenda while capitalising on strong recent performance by regional exporters.
Sabah is investigating 'Ali Baba' tourism arrangements where foreign operators control businesses registered under local names, potentially damaging the state's economy and reputation.