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Blue carbon initiative to fight poverty

Published on: Saturday, May 03, 2025 Published on: Sat, May 03, 2025 By: Nikko Fabian Text Size: Raymond sharply criticized the ineffectiveness of current government cash handout programmes, arguing they fail to address root causes and create dependency rather than empowerment. Kota Kinabalu: A groundbreaking initiative spearheaded by the Bimp-Eaga Business Council (Sabah) aims to tackle poverty and environmental degradation in northern Sabah's Kota Marudu and Pitas districts. BEBC chairman Dr Raymond Alfred unveiled a comprehensive blue carbon programme designed to integrate mangrove conservation, sustainable fishing practices, and solar energy deployment, creating a climate-smart model for economic development. He highlighted the critical need for collaboration between large-scale plantation companies and local communities, emphasizing that the current economic situation, with households earning only RM500-RM700 monthly, constitutes a structural crisis demanding systemic solutions. Raymond sharply criticized the ineffectiveness of current government cash handout programmes, arguing they fail to address root causes and create dependency rather than empowerment. Subscribe or LOG IN to access this article. Support Independant Journalism Subscribe to Daily Express Malaysia Access to DE E-Paper Access to DE E-Paper Exclusive News Exclusive News Invites to special events Invites to special events Giveaways & Rewards 1-Year Most Popular (Income Tax Deductible) Explore Plans Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia