Kota Kinabalu: The State Government will continue to support Business Events (BE) that are aligned with its economic intent, enhancing regional engagement and investment dialogue.
“We will leverage on these platforms to expand cross-border collaboration and connect regional capabilities to global networks. As global expectations evolve, Sabah’s direction remains clear and focused.
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“We will also continue to enhance our standards and structure our partnerships with priority on implementation and delivery,” said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor at the Third International Business Events Forum (BE in Sabah) 2026 at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Wednesday.
He was represented by Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai.
Hajiji said the State Government recognises Business Events as a crucial driver of Sabah’s economic and development agenda, serving as purposeful platforms that foster industry growth, facilitate investment discussions and promote local participation, especially among small and medium enterprises, professionals and young talent.
“Such outcomes are vital as we pursue inclusive, balanced, realistic and sustainable growth,” he said, adding that Sabah’s development strategy is grounded in stability, good governance and long-term value creation.
“We understand that investor confidence and international trust stem not just from announcements, but from consistent policies, clarity of direction and reliable execution.
In this context, Business Events act as a strategic bridge between policy and implementation, global expertise and local capability and delivery.”
To this end, he said platforms like BE in Sabah provide essential opportunities for direct engagement with international industry leaders while enhancing the capacity and sophistication of the State’s local ecosystem.
Hajiji said Sabah is strategically positioned within East Asean, a sub region characterised by shared economic interests, complementary strengths and significant potential for cooperation.
“We are committed to constructive engagement in this regional landscape, enhancing connectivity, fostering partnerships and supporting impactful platforms that yield practical outcomes,” he said.
Hajiji noted that the event is held at SICC, a purpose-built facility that can host complex, large-scale gatherings, reflecting the State’s dedication to enhancing service readiness, improving institutional coordination and boosting industry capabilities to ensure every event exemplifies excellence and professionalism.
The Sabah Convention Bureau (SCB), operating under the State Tourism, Culture and Environment Ministry, further strengthens this enabling environment, working closely with industry to create a reliable interface for international events, he said.
“To our international delegates, Sabah is prepared, coordinated and ready for engagement. To our local and regional partners, this forum reflects the State Government’s standards-driven approach and our unwavering commitment to delivery,” he said.
