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Anwar Ibrahim pledges renewed focus on Sabah’s development under new state administration

The Prime Minister reaffirms the Federal Government’s commitment to accelerating Sabah’s growth through strategic investments, infrastructure improvements, and equitable economic opportunities

Updated 5 months ago · Published on 27 Dec 2025 9:31AM

Anwar Ibrahim pledges renewed focus on Sabah’s development under new state administration
Prime Minister says development efforts will focus on strengthening key sectors such as energy, tourism, modern agriculture, and the blue economy (Photo from Bernama) - December 27, 2025

PRIME MINISTER Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has underscored the Federal Government’s determination to drive Sabah’s development agenda forward following the establishment of the state’s new administration.

In a post on Facebook, Anwar highlighted that the government intends to achieve this through targeted strategic investments, fostering an inclusive economy, improving essential infrastructure, and creating high-quality employment opportunities that reflect the state’s potential as the “Land Below the Wind.”

“Sabah continues to move forward as a more developed and prosperous state under the MADANI government through the implementation of policies rooted in a commitment to MA63 and more effective infrastructure management,” he said.

The Prime Minister added that development efforts will focus on strengthening key sectors such as energy, tourism, modern agriculture, and the blue economy, while simultaneously ensuring enhanced security and sovereignty. “...as well as the empowerment of core sectors such as energy, tourism, modern agriculture, and the blue economy, alongside stronger guarantees of security and sovereignty,” he noted.

Anwar stressed that all initiatives would be carried out with transparency, responsibility, and a spirit of unity, aiming to ensure that the benefits of progress are shared fairly across Sabah, including rural and interior communities.

“The Federal Government is committed to ensuring that development reaches all corners of Sabah, with inclusive growth that uplifts every community and harnesses the state’s full potential,” he said. - December 27, 2025

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