KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Economic Development and Investment Authority (Sedia) Chief Executive Datuk Seri Hashim Paijan will lead a delegation of Sedia officials to the “Sabah in a Changing Asia – Economic Outlook 2027 Forum” on Jan 15 next year.
He confirmed his participation during a courtesy visit by the forum’s organising committee, led by Sabah United Chinese Chamber of Commerce (SUCCC) and Kota Kinabalu Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KKCCCI) President Datuk Michael Lui.
Hashim welcomed the initiative, noting that economic forums of this nature were relatively uncommon in Sabah.
He said the platform would help raise awareness of economic developments, encourage constructive discussions and identify opportunities to strengthen the State’s economic competitiveness.
The joint delegation from SUCCC and KKCCCI also comprised Datuk Paul Yong, Andy Lim, Yee That Hian, Chung Sin Ping, Chiew Heng Hock, Elvin Chang, Imo Chong and Adriana Yee.
Sedia was also represented by Chief Investment Officer Ynez Teo and Special Advisor on Business Development of the Chief Executive Office Dr Tew Kuan Cheong.
During the visit, the delegation attended a presentation by ESG academic Dr KC Tew, who shared insights into the current Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) landscape in Malaysia and Sabah, its future development and emerging trends.
The presentation highlighted the growing importance of ESG principles in business operations, investment decisions and sustainable development. It also emphasised the need for businesses to adapt to changing sustainability expectations to remain competitive in the global economy.
