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The Sun
11-07-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Sun Media Corp receives token of appreciation for highlighting record-breaking achievements
PETALING JAYA: Sun Media Corp received a token of appreciation by Malaysia Book of Records (MBR) for consistently championing the stories of Malaysia's best and brightest record breakers over the past three decades. The token was received by Sun Media Corp director Datuk Seri Azman Ujang during a special presentation made to major media organisations who have supported and promoted the nation's achievers. Azman said Sun Media Corp is proud to receive the token as it recognises the media's contribution in highlighting MBR's prestigious record breakers. 'It is a testament to how much media highlights the great feats and achievements of ordinary Malaysians as they break records that were never achieved before,' he said after MBR's 30th Anniversary gala dinner here on Friday (July 11). Azman added that the media should continue to showcase the achievements of MBR and celebrate Malaysians who have achieved incredible feats in the country. MBR has served as the official record keeper of all things extraordinary Malaysia since its inception in 1995. They are the only organisation that gives recognition to record setters and record breakers in Malaysia, recognising extraordinary feats and achievements by Malaysians and brands in Malaysia. The event paid tribute to the exceptional Malaysians who have redefined what is possible and inspired the nation through their record-breaking achievements. Among the notable attendees were Tower-running champion Soh Wai Ching, Olympian Goh Liu Ying, young racing prodigy Sophia Zara Mustaffa Kamal, and Malaysia's shortest man, Mohd Sukur Ibrahim, whose personal stories captured the hearts of many.
Daily Express
12-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Sabah named ‘Malaysia's Most Outstanding State' for 2024
Published on: Thursday, June 12, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jun 12, 2025 By: FMT Reporters Text Size: Azman Ujang, a chief judge of the awards, highlighted Sabah's potential in economic development and environmental sustainability. (Wikipedia pic) PETALING JAYA: Sabah has made its mark by being named 'Malaysia's Most Outstanding State' for 2024 at the International Business Review (IBR) Asean Awards 2025. Former Petagas assemblyman James Ligunjang said that for the first time, the awards extended recognition to state governments, acknowledging exceptional leadership and accomplishments at the state level alongside corporate achievements. Advertisement Ligunjang said in a statement that under chief minister Hajiji Noor's leadership, Sabah had received the highest honour for implementing the Sabah Maju Jaya development framework. The framework centres on four pillars: championing Sabah's rights, leading with integrity and efficiency, fostering development aligned with the Shared Prosperity Vision 2030, and maintaining unity among the state's diverse communities. He said key achievements that contributed to the recognition include an increase in federal special grants from RM26 million in 2022 to RM600 million in 2025, and a 47% rise in foreign tourist arrivals, boosting the state's revenue. Other highlights include a substantial stake in oil and gas revenues from the commercial cooperation agreement with Petronas, yielding over RM3 billion in 2023, as well as foreign investments soaring from RM132 million in 2023 to over RM1 billion in 2024. Ligunjang also cited progress on the Pan-Borneo Highway, linking major cities and rural areas, as a key achievement by the state. He said that Azman Ujang, a chief judge of the awards, also highlighted Sabah's potential in economic development and environmental sustainability. 'He noted increased foreign investment interest, with investments rising from RM132.7 million in 2023 to RM1.07 billion in 2024, and praised the Kota Kinabalu Industrial Park's record-high occupancy rate of 90% with 288 active investors. 'Sabah also achieved the highest manufacturing sector growth rate in Malaysia at 4.4% in 2023,' Ligunjang said. He said Azman had also emphasised the state's focus on human capital development and environmental conservation, with 62% of Sabah's land, amounting to 4.6 million hectares, declared free of logging, as part of long-term sustainability strategies. The official awards ceremony is scheduled to be held on July 19, at the Sabah International Convention Centre, Kota Kinabalu, with Hajiji expected to attend as an honorary guest. Ligunjang said the award was announced by the event's secretariat, which also honoured Negeri Sembilan as Malaysia's 'Most Progressive State' for 2024. * 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. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
