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Daily Express
24-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Finance minister engages over 500 youths at UMS forum
Published on: Saturday, May 24, 2025 Published on: Sat, May 24, 2025 Text Size: Over 500 students attended the 'Destinasi SMJ Anak Muda 2.0' forum at Universiti Malaysia Sabah today where Sabah Finance Minister Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun addressed issues such as water supply, student welfare, and job opportunities. Organised by IKRAR, the event provided a platform for youth to engage directly with the government. Masidi reaffirmed the government's commitment to addressing youth concerns and praised their active role in shaping Sabah's future. * Read full report in tomorrow's print paper or log in or sign up for e-paper and premium online news access. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
24-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Masidi engages UMS students at forum
KOTA KINABALU (May 24): More than 500 students gathered at Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) for an open dialogue forum titled 'Destinasi SMJ Anak Muda 2.0', featuring Sabah's Minister of Finance, Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun, on Saturday. The forum, organised by Institut Kerjasama Kerajaan dan Rakyat (IKRAR), Chief Minister's Department, provided a platform for students to voice their concerns, share ideas and gain insights into the State Government's policies and development plans. IKRAR director Azrul bin Ibrahim moderated the forum where issues discussed include solving UMS water supply, Sabah's current economic direction, student welfare and the job market. Masidi assured the students that the government is committed to addressing their concerns, especially in areas that directly impact youth and education. 'We are listening. The concerns of our youth – whether it's water, education or job opportunities, are not falling on deaf ears. The government is committed to real, tangible solutions. 'The energy and ideas shared today reaffirm my belief that Sabah is in good hands. Our youth are not just the leaders of tomorrow – they are already playing their crucial roles today,' he said. Masidi also encouraged young Sabahans to remain engaged, informed, and involved in shaping the future of the State. The session was well-received, with many students expressing appreciation for the opportunity to speak directly with a senior member of the Cabinet.
Borneo Post
19-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Hajiji engages influencers, pledges support for creative talent and entrepreneurship
Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor poses with some of the attendees at the Santai YAB Ketua Menteri Bersama Pempengaruh Sabah 2025 programme aboard the North Borneo Cruise in Kota Kinabalu yesterday. KOTA KINABALU (May 19): Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor took the opportunity to mingle and listen to the requests and needs of influencers in the state during the 'Santai YAB Ketua Menteri Bersama Pempengaruh Sabah 2025' programme held aboard the North Borneo Cruise in Kota Kinabalu yesterday. During the programme, several influencers had the chance to share their views and aspirations, aiming to elevate their roles more significantly within the state. Among the matters raised was the proposal to establish an entity responsible for overseeing and coordinating the efforts of local creative talents to promote local art and creative products. Other suggestions included initiatives to support influencers, particularly in the field of entrepreneurship. In response, the Chief Minister said the state government continuously considers the needs of the people, including those in the creative and influencer communities, in the shared effort to develop the state according to each group's capacity. He added that the needs and requests of creative practitioners and influencers will continue to receive attention from the state government in an effort to elevate their work and enhance the standing of the arts industry in Sabah. The event, organised by the Institute for Government and People Cooperation (IKRAR) under the Chief Minister's Department, brought together over 70 prominent influencers as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen engagement and foster greater unity between the government and the people of Sabah.
