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KOTA KINABALU: Russian launch service provider Glavkosmos has met Qhazanah Sabah Berhad to explore potential collaboration with the Sabah State Government on developing a spaceport in the state.

Glavkosmos said technical studies identify Sabah as the most suitable location in Southeast Asia for orbital launches, including low-earth and sun-synchronous orbits, due to its strategic geography and safe rocket stage drop zones.

The proposed spaceport could create more than 2,000 high-income jobs and boost local supporting industries. 

Qhazanah Sabah Berhad chairman Tan Sri Anifah Aman welcomed further discussions, saying the initiative could position Sabah as a regional technology hub.