Kota Kinabalu: Infrastructure development and economic strengthening remain top priorities in the effort to drive Sabah’s overall progress.
Head of State Tun Musa Aman said over recent years, Sabah has shown encouraging growth across the economic, investment and infrastructure sectors.
“Various initiatives have been implemented to reinforce the State’s economic foundations by empowering key sectors such as agriculture, tourism, industry and resource-based economies.
“Efforts to attract both domestic and foreign investment have also been intensified to create more employment opportunities and stimulate sustainable growth.
“Emphasis must be placed on basic infrastructure development, which includes the construction and upgrading of roads, clean water supply systems and stable electricity facilities.
“These efforts are vital to ensuring the continued wellbeing of the people, while also boosting economic growth and strengthening connectivity between urban and rural areas.
“Planned and resilient infrastructure development will act as a catalyst for the State’s comprehensive advancement, ensuring no community is left behind in the tide of progress,” he said at the Investiture Ceremony for State Honours, Awards and Medals in conjunction with his 75th Official Birthday Celebration at Istana Seri Kinabalu on Monday
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Musa noted that education and human capital development are also being emphasised to produce a younger generation that is knowledgeable, highly skilled and competitive, in line with current job market demands.
“Quality human capital development is the primary foundation for ensuring that Sabah remains competitive and continues to prosper,” he added.
Furthermore, he said healthcare is a priority to improve public wellbeing through the enhancement of quality medical facilities and comprehensive health services.
He explained that the objective is to ensure every citizen receives fast, safe and effective treatment.
According to him, digital transformation within the civil service is also being empowered to improve efficiency, transparency and public accessibility.
In a related development, Musa reminded that the need to strengthen integrity within the civil service must always be a priority in the effort to build an administration respected and trusted by the people.
“Integrity is not merely a slogan; it is a core value reflecting honesty, transparency and commitment in fulfilling one’s trust.
“Accountability and transparency in the state’s financial management are crucial to ensuring that every allocation spent truly benefits the people.
“Every spending decision must be made carefully, guided by principles of good governance, while considering long-term effectiveness and impact,” he said.
He called upon all citizens to remain united and work together to ensure Sabah remains a prosperous, stable and competitive State.
During the ceremony, a total of 90 individuals received State Honours, Awards and Medals.
Also present were Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, State Legislative Assembly Speaker Datuk Seri Kadzim M Yahya and various State and Federal Cabinet Ministers.
