16 February 2026 KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s digital transformation continues to gather pace as the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) enhances its efforts to empower local innovators through strategic partnerships and alternative funding avenues. One of the latest success stories emerging from Malaysia's vibrant digital ecosystem is WAHDAH Technologies Sdn. Bhd., a homegrown mobility and travel-tech company that connects the mobility, automotive, and tourism sectors vi

16 February 2026 SINGAPORE: The latest accommodation search data from digital travel platform Agoda reveals Thailand and Malaysia as the most preferred visa-free international destinations among Indian travellers. Indonesia continues to dominate as the top destination for visa-on-arrival (VOA) entries. The data indicates a growing interest compared to last year in destinations across Asia that offer straightforward entry requirements alongside diverse leisure and cultural exp

Sir George Jessel meeting Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor with Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai (4th left), State Women, Health and People's Wellbeing Minister Datuk Julita Majungki (2nd right) and State Secretary Datuk Seri Sr Safar Untong (left). 16 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK) has initiated discussions on plans to establish a heritage gallery dedicated to the history of the state capital and the legacy o

16 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: Sabah is extending a warm welcome to global citizens through the Sabah-Malaysia My Second Home (Sabah-MM2H) initiative, positioning the state as both a premier travel destination and an attractive long-term residence. Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister, Datuk Jafry Ariffin , said the state government fully supports the sustainable growth of the Sabah-MM2H programme, citing its positive economic and social impact. “We believe this initiat

16 February 2026 KENINGAU: The statement by the Minister of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living, Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali , emphasising the need for any party to return to the four core principles of the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) before joining the coalition, has been described as a prudent step in strengthening Sabah’s local political agenda. Former Permanent Chairman of STAR Bingkor Division, Yazid Mohd Hasnan Tawik @ Charles, said that the four key pillars — Sabah First, Sab

15 February 2026 TUARAN: A total of RM559.85 million has been allocated this year to the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry (MAFFI) to enhance Sabah’s food security and improve the state’s Self-Sufficiency Ratio (SSR) for food crops. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor said that under the Sabah Maju Jaya 2.0 (SMJ 2.0) Development Plan, the agricultural sector remains one of the three key pillars driving the state’s economic growth. “This reflects

15 February 2026 TUARAN: The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry, Datuk Jamawi Jaafar, said the Kitchen Garden Initiative introduced by his ministry is among the strategic measures to strengthen the state’s food security and empower household economies, particularly in rural areas. He said the programme helps raise public awareness of the importance of producing their own food, including the cultivation of vegetables and herbs, small-scale livestock rearing a

15 February 2026 KOTA KINABALU: A structured effort must be applied to fully harness Sabah’s potential as a camping and outdoor activities destination. Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister, Datuk Joniston Bangkuai hopes to see the Sabah Camping and Caravanning Association spearhead the initiative by leveraging its membership in the World Camping Federation and working closely with rural tourism operators. “I understand that the Sabah Camping and Caravanning Association,