Kota Kinabalu: Sabah Economic Development Corporation (Sedco) will continue to expand cooperation to implement high-impact and relevant programmes for entrepreneurs in Sabah.
Its General Manager, Haizar R H Ajaz Nabijan, said this was in line with the aspirations of the Unity Government and Sabah Maju Jaya Development Plan.
“Sedco, through the Industrial Development and Entrepreneurship, is committed in entrepreneurship development. The Ministry’s main mission is to encourage Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises to be chief catalyst for the manufacturing industry development,” he said.
Speaking at the opening of the “Sedco Bazaria” at Suria Sabah on Saturday, Haizar said Sedco through its subsidiary companies like Sedcovest Holdings Sdn Bhd and Perkasa Realty Sdn Bhd will continue to provide trainings and business opportunities to assist entrepreneurs strengthen their presence in the domestic and international market.
“In an effort to drive local economic recovery, the ‘Sedco Bazaria’ carnival is held to support PMKS entrepreneurs. This programme aims to open new markets, increase sales, and facilitate business matching between entrepreneurs and supermarkets.
“I hope this programme helps entrepreneurs explore new opportunities, expand business networks, and further strengthen the local economy,” he said.
Haizar noted that there were 23 entrepreneur booths at the two days bazaar commencing Saturday, including those from Sedco Group companies such as Sedcovest Holding Sdn Bhd, Perkasa Realty Sdn Bhd, IIB Insurance Brokers Sdn Bhd, Sabah Urban Development Corporation Sdn Bhd, Perkasa Hotel Holdings Sdn Bhd, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu, Sedco Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd, Nippon Paint Sabah Sdn Bhd, and Perkasa Trading Sdn Bhd.
Meanwhile, Haizar urged all entrepreneurs to utilise digital platforms as effectively as possible to avoid falling behind the tide of change.
“Companies also face difficulties in retaining customers. However, despite these challenges, digital transformation is encouraged as it is now a crucial tool for businesses to survive in increasingly challenging market conditions,” he said.
