Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor announced that the state experienced a 5.1 percent economic expansion last year, marking its most significant growth in six years. The state's gross domestic product reached RM88.8 billion, bolstered by notable gains in the construction sector at 28.3 percent, manufacturing at five percent, and services at 4.5 percent. During the Borneo 2026 event, the Chief Minister emphasized the importance of leveraging this momentum to foster local business development, create high-value industries, and generate employment opportunities. Furthermore, the state government plans to utilize a record RM12.02 billion development allocation under the 13th Malaysia Plan. This funding, which encompasses over 1,100 new and ongoing projects, is intended to enhance Sabah's overall competitiveness and appeal to investors.
Source : Malay Mail
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