Why Sabah: Young & Multi-Lingual Workforce

Multilingual and Diverse Workforce

Competitive Wage Rates

Comprehensive Talent Development

Sabah’s multilingual workforce, competitive wage rates, and comprehensive talent development programs create a culturally inclusive and cost-effective environment for businesses. Coupled with its strategic location and business-friendly policies, these factors position Sabah as an ideal destination for sustainable investments and business expansion, offering both local and international investors seeking growth opportunities.

Sabah, with a population of 3.4 million, boasts a highly diverse and multilingual workforce. The state is home to 33 indigenous groups who communicate in local languages such as Kadazan-Dusun and Murut, alongside various Chinese dialects including Cantonese, Mandarin, Hokkien, Hakka, and Foochow. This rich linguistic diversity weaves a vibrant cultural fabric that fosters a dynamic and inclusive environment, making Sabah an attractive destination for both local and international investors.

Sabah offers competitive wage rates compared to the West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia, making it an attractive option for businesses seeking cost-effective operations.

Sabah Economic Development and Investment Authority (SEDIA) supports the growth of a skilled workforce by providing a comprehensive range of talent development programs to meet industry demands.

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