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Increase in Sabah-MM2H inquiries, applications
Increase in Sabah-MM2H inquiries, applications

Daily Express

time16 hours ago

  • Business
  • Daily Express

Increase in Sabah-MM2H inquiries, applications

Published on: Wednesday, July 23, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jul 23, 2025 Text Size: The Association has recorded increased interest from applicants in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Korea, the United Kingdom, Australia, Germany and Canada since the policy changes were announced. Kota Kinabalu: The Malaysia My Second Home Sabah Association recorded a notable increase in inquiries and applications for the Sabah-MM2H programme following the State Government's announcement of relaxed eligibility criteria. The revised policy, announced by Sabah Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Christina Liew, reduces the minimum application age from 30 to 25 years and allows fixed deposits to be placed in any of 12 approved banks. Participants may also withdraw up to 50 per cent of their deposits after 12 months. Liew chairs the Sabah-MM2H Approval Committee overseeing the programme's implementation. 'These enhancements are a strong step forward in positioning Sabah as a top destination for international residents seeking a safe, high-quality lifestyle,' said Malaysia My Second Home Sabah Association President Jenny Ngu. The Association has recorded increased interest from applicants in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Korea, the United Kingdom, Australia, Germany and Canada since the policy changes were announced. Jenny said the initiative is more than a visa, but a lifestyle invitation to experience Sabah's natural beauty, cultural richness and vibrant community. The Association, which represents licensed Sabah-MM2H agents, is promoting the programme through global roadshows, webinars and multilingual marketing campaigns targeting high net worth individuals worldwide. * 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

Sabah receives the Most Outstanding State award
Sabah receives the Most Outstanding State award

Borneo Post

time3 days ago

  • Business
  • Borneo Post

Sabah receives the Most Outstanding State award

Datuk Masidi Manjun (centre), flanked by Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment Datuk Seri Christina Liew (on his right) and Group Managing Director, The IBR Asia Group, Dato' Beatrice Nirmala, at the International Business Review (IBR) ASEAN Awards 2025 event held at the Sabah International Convention Centre on Saturday night. KOTA KINABALU (July 20): Sabah was conferred the Most Outstanding State in Malaysia for the Year 2024 award during the International Business Review (IBR) Asean Awards here on Saturday. The award is a recognition of Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor's exemplary leadership, as the state has made marked improvements across the board through his comprehensive Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) roadmap. Positive and impactful changes have been made economically, in championing the state's and her people's rights, in infrastructural improvements, and so forth, under his administration. It was also under this administration that many historic firsts have been successfully achieved, as Sabah's landscape transforms for the better. State Finance Minister Datuk Seri Manjun who received the award, expressed gratitude from the state government. He described the prestigious conferment as a sign that Sabah has achieved a higher level that it could not reach before. Sabah was one of nine recipients for awards in various categories during the ceremony. Negeri Sembilan was awarded the Most Progressive State in Malaysia for 2024. It is a recognition of Menteri Besar Dato Seri Utama Aminuddin Harun for ensuring the ambituous Rancangan Struktur Negeri Sembulan (RSNS) 2045 roadmap remains futureproof. In reworking the Malaysia Vision Valley plan into its 2.0 iteratuon, he has set a clear path for Negeri Sembilan's rapid industrialisation and development. Another recipient was Sabah Ports Sdn Bhd, who was named the winner for the Corporate Excellence in the Logistics Sector for Port Management. Sabah Ports, as a wholly owned subsidiary of Suria Capital Holdings Berhad, manages Sabah's port operations. Through their eight ports, they provide berthing, handling and cargo facilities for port customers. In September 2024, they signed a partnership with DP World to manage Sepanggar Bay Container Port, with a goal of making it a key regional port for BIMP-EAGA. The other winners are National Heart Institute for the Corporate Excellence in the Healthcare Sector for Leadership in ESG Innovations category; Clean Kinetics Pte Ltd (Corporate Excellence in the Renewable Energy Sector for Sustainable Energy). Millenium Minerals Ltd (Corporate Excellence in the Mining Industry for Ethical Mining); AiRTS Pte Ltd (Innovative Technology in the Artificial Intelligence Sector for Enhancing Workplace Efficiency). Alpine Integrated Solution Sdn Bhd (Corporate Excellence in the Event Management Sector for Mega Government Projects); Education Malahsia Global Services (Corporate Excellence in the Education Sector for Strengthening Malaysia's Position as a Global Education Hub). Hosted by the state government and organised by IBR Asia Group, the IBR Business Review Asean Awards 2025 highlights significant achievements in various industries, also providing winners with comprehensive publicity.

China, Taiwan investors boost Sabah-MM2H applications
China, Taiwan investors boost Sabah-MM2H applications

The Star

time4 days ago

  • Business
  • The Star

China, Taiwan investors boost Sabah-MM2H applications

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah's Malaysia My Second Home (Sabah-MM2H) programme has seen a rise in applications from investors in China, Taiwan and other countries, said Datuk Seri Christina Liew ( pic ). Liew, who chairs the Sabah-MM2H programme, credits the increase to the efforts of registered agents since the programme's launch. 'We've received more applications from China, Taiwan and several other countries. We encourage you to continue promoting the programme overseas through roadshows and other platforms,' she told 25 registered agents during a meeting on Thursday. The state Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister said Sabah hopes to attract more foreign applicants to invest in property and make the state their second home. During the meeting, she informed the agents about several amendments to the programme criteria approved by the state Cabinet. Among the changes is the lowering of the minimum age for applicants from 30 to 25. Successful applicants can now also place the required fixed deposit in any of the 12 authorised commercial banks. They may withdraw up to 50% of the deposit after 12 months for education or medical expenses. Liew said agents responded positively to the changes, viewing them as more appealing to potential applicants. She also noted several concerns raised by agents, particularly regarding the classification of eligible properties for purchase. 'These matters will be discussed in our next monthly meeting,' she assured them. Liew added that the Sabah-MM2H Committee has been efficient in processing and approving overseas applications.

Sabah-MM2H programme sees rise in applications from China and Taiwan
Sabah-MM2H programme sees rise in applications from China and Taiwan

The Star

time4 days ago

  • Business
  • The Star

Sabah-MM2H programme sees rise in applications from China and Taiwan

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah's Malaysia My Second Home (Sabah-MM2H) programme is receiving more applications from investors in China, Taiwan, and other countries, says Datuk Seri Christina Liew. The chairman of the Sabah-MM2H programme attributed this increase to the efforts of registered agents since the programme's introduction. "We have received more applications from China, Taiwan, and other countries. We encourage you to continue promoting the programme to potential clients overseas through roadshows or other platforms," said Liew during a meeting with 25 agents on Thursday (July 17). The State Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister said Sabah looks forward to more foreign applicants buying property and considering Sabah as their second home. During the meeting, she told the agents about several amendments to the programme's criteria, which began in Sabah on December 12 last year, as approved by the State Cabinet. Among the changes is the minimum age for applicants, now lowered to 25 from 30. Additionally, a successful applicant may place the mandatory fixed deposit in any of the 12 authorised commercial banks and withdraw 50% of it after 12 months for education or medical treatment expenses. Liew said the agents generally welcomed the amendments, finding the new criteria favourable and more attractive to potential applicants. She acknowledged several concerns raised by the agents, including the classification of buildings that can be purchased. "We will discuss and evaluate these in our next monthly meeting, and keep you posted," she assured them. Liew said the Sabah-MM2H Committee has been efficient in processing and approving applications from overseas participants. Also present were the Ministry's Permanent Secretary, Datuk Josie Lai, and members of the State Sabah-MM2H Committee.

More Sabah-MM2H applications
More Sabah-MM2H applications

Daily Express

time5 days ago

  • Business
  • Daily Express

More Sabah-MM2H applications

Published on: Saturday, July 19, 2025 Published on: Sat, Jul 19, 2025 Text Size: Liew (seated left) stressing a point during the meeting of the Sabah-MM2H Committee and registered agents of the programme. Kota Kinabalu: Chairman of the Sabah-Malaysia My Second Home (Sabah-MM2H) programme, Datuk Seri Christina Liew, commended registered agents for the progress made thus far. 'We (Sabah-MM2H Committee) have received more applications from China, Taiwan and other countries. We encourage you to continue promoting the programme to potential clients overseas through roadshows or other platforms. Advertisement 'We look forward to more foreign applicants buying property here and considering Sabah as their second home,' she said during a meeting with 25 agents on Thursday. Liew, who is also State Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister, informed them of several amendments to the criteria for participation in the programme, as approved by the State Cabinet. The minimum age for one to apply has now been lowered to 25 as opposed to 30 previously. Secondly, a successful applicant may place his or her mandatory fixed deposit (as one of the requirements) in any of the 12 authorised commercial banks, and is allowed to withdraw 50pc of his or her fixed deposit after a period of 12 months for education purposes or medical treatment expenses. Generally, the agents were happy with the amendments, saying the amended criteria are favourable and more attractive to potential applicants. Liew also took note of several concerns and issues raised by the agents, relating to the classification of buildings that can be purchased, among other aspects. 'We will discuss and evaluate these in our next monthly meeting, and keep you posted,' she assured them, adding that the Sabah-MM2H Committee has been efficient in processing and approving applications from overseas applicants for participating in the Sabah-MM2H programme. Also present were the Ministry's Permanent Secretary Datuk Josie Lai and members of the Sabah-MM2H Committee. * 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

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