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A comprehensive study on the seas surrounding Sabah is set to be the main focus of the newly established Centre for Blue Economy and Maritime Security Research (PPEBKM).
A brainchild of the 麻豆视频 (UMS), the initiative aligns closely with its expertise in blue economy and maritime studies, as well as the Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) agenda.
UMS vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Kasim Mansor highlighted the centre鈥檚 role as a research and laboratory hub, aimed at advancing knowledge on various marine-related topics essential to Sabah鈥檚 development.
鈥淭he blue economy is a major agenda under SMJ, and with our university鈥檚 expertise in blue economy and maritime affairs, this centre鈥檚 establishment is timely.
鈥淓xtensive research here can lead to world-class journal publications,鈥� he said at PPEBKM鈥檚 official launch at UMS鈥� Outdoor Development Centre Beach on Monday (Nov 4).
Kasim said that the rich marine resources of Sabah represent a major economic benefit for the region.
He also pointed out that Sabah鈥檚 unique location 鈥� bordered by the South China Sea, Sulu Sea, and Celebes Sea 鈥� comes with security challenges, including smuggling, kidnapping, and extortion.
Kasim added that the accumulation of research and data through PPEBKM will contribute to policy development and serve as a valuable resource for future generations.
The event also marked the launch of the PPEBKM Journal and Database.
Also present were SMJ Secretariat chief operating officer Ramlee Kariah, UMS deputy vice-chancellor (research and innovation) Prof Dr Rosalam Sarbatly, and PPEBKM director, Prof Dr Ismail Ali.
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