KiTA reaffirms commitment to sustainable tourism in Kinabatangan
KiTA reaffirms commitment to sustainable tourism in Kinabatangan
KINABATANGAN:
The Kinabatangan Corridor of Life Tourism Operators Association (KiTA) has reaffirmed its dedication to advancing sustainable tourism and conservation efforts in the Kinabatangan region, following the successful conclusion of its 15th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and 35th Executive Committee (Exco) Meeting.
The meetings, which brought together key stakeholders from across the tourism sector, provided an opportunity to reflect on the association's progress and map out future initiatives aimed at preserving one of Sabah's most ecologically significant areas.
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A key highlight of the event was the announcement of KiTA's new leadership for the 2025–2026 term.
Lim Tsung, better known as Johnny, has been elected President, taking over from Alexander Yee Kok Tsen, who will now serve as Immediate Past President.
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The incoming committee also includes Rory Lewis McKenzie (Deputy President), Amy Chin (Treasurer), Sulinah Tan (Secretary), and committee members Fernando R. and Yanti Awang.
In his address to members, Johnny expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him and underscored the importance of collaboration in achieving shared goals.
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'I am truly thankful for the opportunity to serve. I believe that with teamwork and a shared vision, we can achieve great things for Kinabatangan,' he said.
Among the initiatives planned under the new leadership is a river clean-up project involving local communities, aimed at strengthening environmental stewardship and promoting eco-conscious tourism.
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'This is just one of several community-driven efforts we're planning to implement to protect our natural resources while supporting the local economy,' Johnny added.
He also took the opportunity to acknowledge the contributions of his predecessor, praising Alexander for his strong leadership and continued support.
'On behalf of KiTA, I would like to thank Alexander for setting the direction and for his steadfast leadership. We're grateful that he will remain actively involved as our Immediate Past President.'
The AGM also focused on strengthening stakeholder engagement.
Members resolved to conduct courtesy visits to relevant government agencies to explore potential partnerships in support of conservation, tourism development, and community empowerment across the Kinabatangan region.
As it moves forward, KiTA remains committed to serving as a collaborative platform that brings together tourism operators, local communities, and environmental advocates to promote Kinabatangan as a benchmark for sustainable tourism in Sabah.
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