Sabah identifies 1,000 acres for new Kalabakan city development

Sabah, Malaysia – The state government has identified approximately 1,000 acres in the Kalabakan district for the development of a new city. This initiative aims to bolster strategic development near the Malaysia-Indonesia border.

Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor stated that the plan is under review and will be implemented soon. The project encompasses road networks leading to the border and the establishment of integrated immigration, customs, quarantine, and security (CIQS) facilities. "The government has identified an area of about 1,000 acres for this purpose," Hajiji said during a public outreach program in Kalabakan.

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The government has identified an area of about 1,000 acres for this purpose. The government is planning the implementation of the new Kalabakan city, including the CIQS at the border and the road from this district to the border.

The new city development is envisioned to do more than just provide housing. It is expected to enhance Kalabakan's connectivity with border areas and stimulate local economic activities. The state government is also prioritizing road infrastructure development in Kalabakan to ensure the district keeps pace with the state's overall development. Several road projects are underway or planned, with others awaiting approval.

Hajiji emphasized that the working visit allowed the state government to directly address public concerns and identify priority projects. Improved road networks between Kalabakan and the border region are crucial for enhancing resident access and supporting economic growth in the area.

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I cannot detail each one, but it is clear from the briefing I attended that many road development programs will be implemented in this area.