For Sabahans, independence is more than a chapter in history; it is a journey of progress reflected in the state’s development, with its benefits reaching people across the state, in line with the theme of the 2026 National Day and Malaysia Day celebrations, “Malaysia Madani: Kesejahteraan Dinikmati”.

One of the most significant changes is the development of more inclusive telecommunications infrastructure, particularly in Sabah’s east coast, which was once regarded as lagging behind the west coast.