KOTA KINABALU, June 26 — The state government is encouraging companies and industries related to agriculture, industry and tourism in the state to integrate the use of drones in daily operations.
“We acknowledge that the integration of drone technology into Sabah’s economy has great returns for the progress and prosperity of our state. However, it requires collaborative efforts from all stakeholders — the government, industry players, researchers and from the community itself,” he said. According to him, drones can also help in ensuring the preservation of the fragile ecosystem for future generations and conserving natural reserves which are important for tourism and environmental conservation.
According to him, in an era driven by rapid technological progress, it is important to realise the importance of technology and innovation in improving the state’s economy and society as a whole. “Therefore it is important that we prepare the workforce to empower the digital era through skills improvement initiatives,” he emphasised.