'No mining licence issued to Bumi Suria'
Published on: Thu, Jul 24, 2025 Text Size: Kota Kinabalu: Land and Surveys Director Datuk Bernard Liew, who is also the Sabah Chief Mineral Surveyor, clarified on Thursday that no prospecting licence has been issued to Bumi Suria Sdn Bhd under the Sabah Mining Ordinance 1960. He said any statement, promotion or action suggesting the company holds such a licence is baseless and not officially approved by the state's mining authority. Liew reminded that all mineral prospecting activities in Sabah must be licensed under Sections 6 and 8 of the Ordinance, and must comply with relevant technical and legal requirements. He emphasised that the department takes seriously any public statement through media that could mislead the public. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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