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Sarawak Chamber offers support on oil and gas: Towards effective Dayak-Momogun collaboration
Published on: Monday, June 30, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jun 30, 2025 By: Lorena Binisol Text Size: Ladislaus and Allan. PENAMPANG: The annual Kaamatan-Gawai celebration again brought indigenous Sabah and Sarawak businessmen closer in terms of collaboration, cultural exchange and a shared vision for economic progress. Since its inception in 2007, the Kaamatan-Gawai celebration had symbolised unity between the two states, honouring East Malaysia's rich indigenous heritage. KCCI, established in 1996, and DCCI, founded in 2003, first forged ties during the Bumiputera Economic Congress in Kuala Lumpur. That connection laid the foundation for economic cooperation that continues to grow today. In fact, when DCCI was formalising its constitution in 2002, it modelled its structure after KCCI's, a gesture of shared purpose and mutual respect. KCCI President Datuk Ladislaus Maluda reaffirmed the connection. 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
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Sabah emerge winner in Golf Friendship Challenge trophy
Published on: Monday, June 30, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jun 30, 2025 By: Lorena Binisol Text Size: The KCCI and DCCI golfers pose for a group photo. Kota Kinabalu: The Kadazandusun Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) emerged victorious, edging out their rivals narrowly on points in this year's Friendship Golf Tournament held at Sutera Harbour Golf Resort for the Datuk Dr Joachim Gunsalam Challenge Trophy. The trophy was last held by the Dayak Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI), who won it in Sarawak. The friendly golf match, a key highlight of the recent Kaamatan-Gawai celebration in Kota Kinabalu, brought together members of both KCCI and DCCI, reinforcing ties between the two Bornean states through sport and fellowship. According to KCCI President Datuk Ladislaus Maluda, this year's tournament saw one of the largest turnouts, with 130 golfers with 62 participants from each chamber. Highlights included special musical performances by bands from Kalimantan and Sarawak, which received enthusiastic applause for their lively showmanship. Also in attendance was DCCI President Dato' Allan Keripin Nangkai, who reaffirmed the chambers' commitment to unity and ongoing cooperation. * 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
