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The Star
3 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Collaboration between Brunei and Sabah boosts regional air connectivity, tourism
(Left to right) Sabah Tourism Board Chief Executive Officer Julinus Jeffery Jimit, State Assistant Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment of Sabah Datuk Seri Panglima Christina Liew and Royal Brunei Airlines CEO Captain Sabirin bin Haji Abdul Hamid during the signing ceremony. - Royal Brunei Airlines via BB/ANN KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Tourism Board (STB) formalised a strategic partnership with Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) through a memorandum of collaboration (MoC) signing on Monday (June 30), aimed at enhancing regional air connectivity and strengthening tourism flows between Sabah, Brunei and key international markets. The MoC was signed following an earlier engagement on January 15, where STB Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Julinus Jeffery Jimit and RB CEO Captain Sabirin Abdul Hamid exchanged views on shared tourism aspirations and collaborative potential. 'Sabah holds a very special place in RB's history. As we commemorate our 50th anniversary this year, we are reminded that Kota Kinabalu was one of our very first destinations when we launched operations on May 14, 1975,' said Captain Sabirin. He added, 'Over the decades, we've worked closely with the STB on numerous initiatives – from joint marketing campaigns to familiarisation trips – all with the shared goal of positioning Sabah and Borneo as premier travel destinations.' Meanwhile, Julinus Jeffery Jimit said, 'The signing of this MoC reflects our joint vision to make Sabah more accessible while strengthening tourism ties with Brunei and beyond. 'Through this collaboration, we aim to increase visitor arrivals and unlock economic opportunities across the region,' he said. Through the partnership, both parties will work towards enhancing flight connectivity between Sabah and key regions – including BIMP-EAGA, Asean, the Middle East, Oceania, United Kingdom and India – by 2028. To drive demand, STB and RB will jointly implement a series of targeted initiatives such as roadshows, familiarisation trips and tactical and awareness campaigns in selected markets. The MoC also facilitates support for RB's operational expansion, which benefits STB by reinforcing its role in expanding Sabah's air connectivity and strengthening its position in regional tourism development, with STB committing to engage relevant state agencies and aviation regulators where applicable. The collaboration is designed to reflect RB's route development strategy, while cultivating a sustainable and mutually beneficial relationship that aligns with Sabah's tourism goals. Additionally, both organisations will work closely on market analysis and evaluation and respond strategically to tourism trends and travel demands. The MoC outlines a flexible, non-binding framework, with no financial obligations unless mutually agreed upon. It also allows for third-party participation in joint initiatives, and includes bi-annual review mechanisms to assess progress and explore new areas of cooperation. The agreement marks a milestone in STB's efforts to expand air accessibility and attract quality visitors to Sabah. With the support of strategic partners like RB, STB remains committed to positioning Sabah as a top tourism destination in the region. - Borneo Bulletin/ANN
Daily Express
4 days ago
- Business
- Daily Express
Sabah Tourism, Royal Brunei Airlines to boost connectivity
Published on: Tuesday, July 01, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jul 01, 2025 Text Size: Datuk Joniston Bangkuai, Datuk Seri Panglima Christina Liew, and Captain Sabirin Haji Abdul Hamid. Kota Kinabalu: The Sabah Tourism Board (STB) have formalised a strategic partnership with Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) through the signing of a Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) aimed at enhancing regional air connectivity and strengthening tourism flows between Sabah, Brunei, and key international markets. The MoC was officially signed on 30 June 2025, following an earlier engagement on 15 January 2025 at RB's Corporate Office in Bandar Seri Begawan, where STB Chief Executive Officer Julinus Jeffery Jimit and RB Chief Executive Officer Captain Sabirin Hj Abd Hamid exchanged views on shared tourism aspirations and collaborative potential. Through this partnership, both parties will work towards enhancing flight connectivity between Sabah and key regions-including BIMP-EAGA, Asean, the Middle East, Oceania, UK and India-by 2028. To drive demand, STB and RB will jointly implement a series of targeted initiatives such as roadshows, familiarisation trips, and tactical and awareness campaigns in selected markets. The MoC also facilitates support for RB's operational expansion, which in turn benefits STB by reinforcing its role in expanding Sabah's air connectivity and strengthening its position in regional tourism development, with STB committing to engage relevant state agencies and aviation regulators where applicable. The collaboration is designed to reflect RB's route development strategy, while cultivating a sustainable and mutually beneficial relationship that aligns with Sabah's tourism goals. Additionally, both organisations will work closely on market analysis and evaluation, and respond strategically to tourism trends and travel demands. 'The signing of this MoC reflects our joint vision to make Sabah more accessible while strengthening tourism ties with Brunei and beyond,' said Julinus Jeffery Jimit, Chief Executive Officer of Sabah Tourism Board. 'Through this collaboration, we aim to increase visitor arrivals and unlock economic opportunities across the region.' he said. Meanwhile, Captain Sabirin Hj Abd Hamid, CEO of Royal Brunei Airlines said 'Sabah holds a very special place in Royal Brunei Airlines' history. As we commemorate our 50th anniversary this year, we are reminded that Kota Kinabalu was one of our very first destinations when we launched operations on 14 May 1975.' 'Over the decades, we've worked closely with the Sabah Tourism Board on numerous initiatives-from joint marketing campaigns to familiarisation trips-all with the shared goal of positioning Sabah and Borneo as premier travel destinations. This new partnership formalised through the MoC is more than just a business arrangement; it feels like working alongside family. We are proud to further strengthen air connectivity in the region, support sustainable tourism, and continue our joint efforts in promoting shared prosperity across our key markets.' he continued. The MoC outlines a flexible, non-binding framework, with no financial obligations unless mutually agreed upon. It also allows for third-party participation in joint initiatives, and includes bi-annual review mechanisms to assess progress and explore new areas of cooperation. This agreement marks a significant milestone in STB's ongoing efforts to expand air accessibility and attract quality visitors to Sabah. With the support of strategic partners like Royal Brunei Airlines, STB remains committed to positioning Sabah as a top tourism destination in the region. * 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
Extra.ie
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
'Truth will unfold' - Cruz Beckham appears to weigh in on ongoing family feud
Cruz Beckham appears to have weighed in on the ongoing feud between his parents and older brother as he claimed the 'truth will unfold.' Brooklyn was nowhere to be seen for the recent 50th birthday celebrations for his father David, with speculation that a rift had developed between the 26-year-old and his famous parents. Not long after snubbing his father, Brooklyn took to social media to extend birthday wishes to his brother-in-law, Will Peltz. Cruz Beckham appears to have weighed in on the ongoing feud between his parents and older brother as he claimed the 'truth would unfold.' Pic: RB/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images It is understood the feud between the Beckhams is as a result of Brooklyn's marriage to Nicola Peltz with the pair making the move to the States recently. Up-and-coming musician Cruz has had his say on the ongoing dispute, sharing lyrics from The Beatles 1969 song, The End. The lyrics read: 'Love you, I love you. Love you, I love you. Love you, I love you. Love you, I love you And in the end. The love you take. Is equal to the love you make.' It is understood the feud between the Beckham's is as a result of Brooklyn's marriage to Nicola Peltz with the pair making the move to the States recently. Pic: Chelsea Lauren/REX/Shutterstock The 20-year-old shared the lyrics to his Instagram Story, writing: 'The truth will unfold.' It's not the first time Cruz has shared pointed lyrics, having last month took to social media to share lyrics from mum Victoria's song, Every Part of Me. In the song, Victoria sings about people 'always running their mouth,' with Cruz captioning the clip: 'Listen.' The Sun report that the feud between the family dates back to the Beckham-Peltz 2022 wedding day when Victoria left the bride in tears after allegedly 'hijacking' the first dance. The publication report that family friend Marc Anthony performed at the wedding as a gift to the family, but before the song began called Brooklyn up and then 'the most beautiful woman in the room', Victoria Beckham.
News.com.au
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Formula 1 2025: Daniel Ricciardo reunited with F1 drivers Oscar Piastri and George Russell in padel picture
Daniel Ricciardo has been reunited with two Formula 1 drivers, including fellow Australian Oscar Piastri, for a spot of padel ball in a rare post-racing sighting. The eight-time grand prix bobbed up in an image posted on George Russell's Instagram account posing alongside the Mercedes star, McLaren's championship leader Piastri and Australian snowboard ace Scotty James. Russell posted the image with a simple caption of three Australian flags and one Union Jack. Ricciardo and James are holding padels in the photo, which appears to have been taken in Monte Carlo. Piastri also shared the image to his Instagram stories. Ricciardo cut a relaxed figure in the photo, sporting a thick post-racing beard. The image sent Ricciardo fans into a frenzy on social media with many thanking Russell for delivering 'Danny content'. The Australian fan favourite has largely kept a low profile since he made his exit from the Formula 1 grid after last year's Singapore Grand Prix. It was a difficult final campaign for Ricciardo for Red Bull's sister team RB with swirling speculation about his future before he was replaced by Liam Lawson. There has been no suggestion from Ricciardo he has any intention of pushing for an F1 return, or in any other racing category. Ricciardo last week poked fun at his Formula 1 retirement in a social media campaign in partnership with sports betting company Dabble to launch his own fan 'tailgate service' as part of a global competition. 'You know what, it's been a while, but I'm ready to say it – retirement ain't what it's cracked up to be,' Ricciardo said. 'I could smack golf balls around all day, but man, what a snooze fest. 'I need more than just a hobby, I need a passion project … then it came to me – tailgate.' While Ricciardo enjoys his new life away from the track, Piastri is in the thick of the fight for the world championship, holding a 22-point lead over teammate Lando Norris in the driver standings.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
😳 What's going on here? Haaland and co rip Italy to shreds
😳 What's going on here? Haaland and co rip Italy to shreds Before the game between Norway and Italy, it was clear that the Italians were the favorites. However, there is absolutely no sign of that so far. After 45 minutes, the Norwegians lead 3-0. The direction the evening would take was hinted at early on. In the 14th minute, RB star Nusa played a strong pass forward, allowing Alexander Sørloth to simply push the ball past Donnaruma into the goal. Advertisement And the Leipzig player followed up about 20 minutes later in a dreamlike manner. After a sensational dribble, Nusa blasted the ball from about 15 meters unstoppably under the crossbar. As if that wasn't bad enough, superstar Erling Haaland scored just before halftime after a perfect through pass from Ødegaard to make it 3-0. Things are really heating up here. The second half will show whether the Italians can display their comeback qualities like they did a few months ago against Germany. If they fail, today could turn out to be a really bitter experience. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here. 📸 CORNELIUS POPPE
