PENAMPANG: The Sabah Government is committed to strengthening ties and promoting unity with Sarawak through continued collaboration, said Deputy Chief Minister II Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam.
Speaking at the 2025 Kaamatan Gawai Golf Tournament in Donggongon, Dr Joachim highlighted the event as a meaningful platform to deepen mutual understanding between the people of Sabah and Sarawak, especially the Kadazandusun and Dayak communities.
“This tournament reflects the State Government’s aspiration to foster goodwill and cooperation with our Sarawak counterparts,” he said, stressing that cultural events like this are crucial to regional unity and development.
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Dr Joachim also praised the growing ties between the Kadazandusun Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) and the Dayak Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI), saying the tournament has strengthened business and social connections.
“There are no losers here, only winners in friendship and unity,” he said, thanking the Sarawak delegation for their strong support and calling for the tournament’s tradition to continue as a celebration of shared values and diversity.
Also present were KCCI President Ladislaus Maluda, DCCI President Dato’ Allan Keripin, PBB Secretary General YB Miro Simuh, and other dignitaries.