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Sabah is transitioning away from over-reliance on oil and gas, with state officials emphasizing the urgent need for a skilled local workforce across manufacturing, construction, tourism and technology sectors to support broad-based economic expansion.
Sabah has collected RM1.38 billion in state sales tax as of June 2024, driven primarily by crude palm oil and petroleum products, as the state reviews tax rates to strengthen industrial competitiveness.
Sabah has been selected as a key venue for the JOM MALAYSIA Festival 2026, a strategic initiative designed to elevate local products to global markets. Chief Minister Hajiji Noor highlighted the state's growing export success and proposed expanding the programme across Sabah.