KOTA KINABALU — Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor has called for continued strong support and close cooperation from the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) to ensure the success of Visit Sabah Year 2027.
He said strategic collaboration between the Federal and Sabah governments was crucial to strengthening the state’s tourism industry, boosting promotional efforts and attracting more domestic and international visitors.
Hajiji expressed the hope during a courtesy call by Deputy Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Chiew Choon Man and a ministry delegation at Menara Kinabalu here today.
The visit was to brief the Chief Minister on MOTAC’s programmes and initiatives in Sabah, as well as discuss developments in the state’s tourism industry.
Discussions also centred on enhancing cooperation between the Federal and State governments in developing the tourism sector, particularly in preparation for Visit Sabah Year 2027.
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Hajiji also expressed hope that the strategic partnership would further strengthen Sabah’s tourism industry and increase its contribution to the state’s economic growth.
Visit Sabah Year 2027 is aimed at showcasing the state’s tourism destinations, attracting more visitors and stimulating growth in the local tourism industry.
The MOTAC delegation included Deputy Secretary-General (Tourism) Chua Choon Hwa, Tourism Malaysia Director-General Mohd Amirul Rizal Abdul Rahim, Tourism Policy and International Relations Division Secretary Yong Ee Chin, and Tourism Licensing and Enforcement Division Secretary Dr Johnny Anak Andrew.
Also present were Infrastructure Development Division Secretary Mohd Khairul Kassim and Industry Development Division Senior Principal Assistant Secretary Aznida Abd Raghni.
