Indian Consular Application Centre opens in KK
KOTA KINABALU (July 5): The Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) officially opened its doors in Kota Kinabalu on July 5, heralding a new era of accessible and efficient consular services in Sabah.
This landmark occasion was officiated by Datuk V. Jothi JP, president of the Sabah Indian Chamber of Commerce (SICC), whose visionary leadership continues to drive impactful initiatives for the Indian community in Sabah. He was joined by deputy president, and SICC Management Committee members.
Located at Lot No. 53, Ground Floor, Asia City, the centre is operated by IVS Global Services under IVS VMS Malaysia, and offers a one-stop solution for a wide range of consular, passport, and visa services – all now available right in the heart of Kota Kinabalu.
From passport renewals to emergency documents, from visa processing, the ICAC brings India closer to home.
Key services include: New, renewal, replacement of passports; endorsements, name/address updates, and birth registration; renunciation of Indian citizenship and surrender certificates; police clearance, emergency certificates, and single status letters; attestation services (legal, educational, personal documents); comprehensive visa services.
The launch of ICAC is not just an administrative upgrade – it is a symbol of empowerment and progress for Indian nationals in Sabah, reducing dependency on distant centres and easing access to critical services.
For assistance and appointments: 011-1676 8141 Tel: 088-275954 Email: [email protected]
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Star
5 hours ago
- The Star
China's top diplomat Wang to visit India for border talks
Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit India on Delhi's invitation from Monday (Aug 18) until Wednesday. - Photo: AP BEIJING (AFP): China's top diplomat will visit India next week for talks about their shared boundary, Beijing's foreign ministry said on Saturday, as the two countries consider resuming border trade after a five-year halt. Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit India on Delhi's invitation from Monday (Aug 18) until Wednesday for "the 24th special representatives meeting on the China-India border issue", a spokesperson said in a statement. Past trade between the neighbours across icy, high-altitude Himalayan border passes was usually small in volume, but any resumption is significant for its symbolism. It stopped following a deadly 2020 clash between border troops. Indian media reported this week that Wang was expected for talks in New Delhi on Monday. He will meet Indian national security adviser Ajit Doval, New Delhi's foreign ministry confirmed in a statement on Saturday. Wang will also hold talks with his Indian counterpart Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, who visited Beijing in July, the statement said. The two major economic powers have long competed for strategic influence across South Asia. However, they have moved to mend ties after being caught up in global trade and geopolitical turbulence triggered by US President Donald Trump's tariff blitz. Chinese and Indian officials have said in recent weeks that the two countries were discussing the resumption of border trade. Agreements to resume direct flights and issue tourist visas have also been seen as part of an effort to rebuild their relationship. - AFP
Barnama
6 hours ago
- Barnama
Pulau Pangkor Emerge As Largest Contributor To Anchovy landings In Perak Last Year
IPOH, Aug 16 (Bernama) -- Pulau Pangkor has emerged as the largest contributor to anchovy landings in Perak with a record of 2,844.44 tonnes worth RM42.67 million in 2024. The Department of Fisheries (DOF) Malaysia said the achievement underscores the significant role of Pulau Pangkor in the country's fisheries industry, especially the anchovy fishing sector. "Nationally, the anchovy landings in Malaysia in 2024 totalled 14,589.20 tonnes valued at RM164.89 million, referring to the same species, Ikan Bilis/Bunga Air, as categorised in official records. "Among the main producing states are Sabah (5,956.17 tonnes), Perak (2,852.91 tonnes), Kedah (1,818.98 tonnes) and Kelantan (992.65 tonnes)," the statement said. The statement also stated that the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM), Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu, had earlier conducted a working visit to the anchovy industry area on Pulau Pangkor earlier today. According to the DOF statement, Pulau Pangkor currently has 694 vessels registered in various operational zones, namely Zone A (462 vessels), Zone B (44 vessels), Zone C (168 vessels) and Zone C2 (20 vessels) which allows the landing of various fish species, including anchovies. The statement further said that apart from anchovies, statistics also showed that among the top 10 species landed in Manjung Selatan in 2024 were pelaring, tongkol (skipjack tuna), tamban sisek, selayang, kembong (Indian mackerel), cincaru, selar, white shrimp and squid, with a total landing value of RM644.08 million. 'Pulau Pangkor also contributes to Perak's aquaculture sector with a production of 7,056.40 tonnes in 2024 through brackish water pond farming systems, cages, shellfish farming, freshwater ponds, hatcheries and freshwater ornamental fish farming across an area of over 1,264 hectares,' the statement said. Pulau Pangkor also remains an important location in the national fisheries industry with its strategic advantage as a centre for high-quality anchovy production which is a benchmark for the industry.
The Sun
12 hours ago
- The Sun
China's top diplomat visits India for crucial border talks
BEIJING: China's top diplomat Wang Yi will visit India next week for critical border negotiations, Beijing's foreign ministry confirmed on Saturday. The talks, scheduled from August 18 to 20, mark the 24th special representatives meeting on the China-India boundary issue. 'Wang Yi will upon invitation visit India and hold the 24th special representatives meeting on the China-India border issue,' a spokesperson stated. Border trade between the two nations, previously conducted through Himalayan passes, was modest but symbolically important. Trade halted after a deadly 2020 clash between troops along the disputed frontier. Indian media earlier reported Wang's expected arrival in New Delhi for Monday's discussions. His counterpart, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, visited Beijing in July, signalling warming ties. The Asian giants have historically vied for influence across South Asia. Recent global trade tensions under former US President Donald Trump's policies pushed both toward reconciliation. Officials from both sides recently confirmed discussions on reviving border trade. Efforts to restore direct flights and tourist visas further indicate improving relations. - AFP
