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Women shopping at a market for halal products. Photo credit: ADB.

Malaysia Bids to Become a Global Halal Hub

August 12, 2026

Malaysia is cementing its foothold in the global Islamic economy by capitalizing on its strategic location, end-to-end halal ecosystem, and advances in Islamic finance.
Sarawak Delta Geopark screen capture from video

From Rivers to the Sea: Exploring the Sarawak Delta UNESCO Global Geopark

August 03, 2026

Located on the Malaysian part of the island of Borneo, the geopark includes Kuching—the UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy—as well as an extensive river delta system and a landscape that transitions from low-lying plains to higher ground inland.
A man walking on a bridge overlooking the rainforest canopy in Borneo.

BIMP-EAGA Beckons to Tourists Seeking Multi-Country Travel

March 29, 2026

A multi-stop travel itinerary in BIMP-EAGA could include the Coral Triangle diving circuit, Borneo rainforest experiences, and cross‑border cultural trails.
Airport shuttle buses. Photo credit: iStock/Sergei Chuyko.

Direct Airport-to-Airport Shuttle Services between Brunei Darussalam and Miri Being Worked Out

March 13, 2026

A working air–land transport integration model may later be scaled to include sea transport
Code red at a hospital in the Philippines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Photo credit: ADB.

Decarbonizing Health Care in BIMP-EAGA to Ensure Resilient and Sustainable Health Systems

February 20, 2026

An ADB-supported project seeks to strengthen the resilience and sustainability of health systems in Kalimantan, Sarawak, and Zamboanga.
Lawas switchyard in northern Sarawak. Photo credit: Sarawak Energy Berhad.

Sarawak–Sabah Power Grid Interconnection Energized

January 30, 2026

Linking the two states is a major step toward realizing the Borneo Grid and the ASEAN Power Grid.
The Cobra Head Sea Stack rock formation at the Bako National Park.

BIMP-EAGA Is Now Home to 16 ASEAN Heritage Parks

January 09, 2026

The parks encompass terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems that support endemic and endangered flora and fauna.
Kebaya video screenshot.

Kebaya: Traditional Womenswear that Connects Diverse Cultures

October 07, 2025

With the garment getting the UNESCO nod as an intangible heritage, Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, and Malaysia hope to preserve the practice of making and wearing the kebaya.
Breakfast culture of Malaysia.

Malaysia’s Breakfast Culture: A Celebration of Unity in Diversity

September 12, 2025

Now added to UNESCO’s list of intangible cultural heritage, the breakfast culture showcases the country’s strength as a multiracial nation.
MoU between Brunei Darussalam and Sarawak on energy cooperation

Sarawak Seals Partnerships with Brunei Darussalam, ADB at Renewable Energy Forum

September 11, 2025

The Malaysian state is strengthening its position as a renewable energy hub through strategic partnerships.