About SME Expo

Key Objective of SME Expo

Brand Visibility: Enhance your brand presence
through targeted exposure.
Built consumer engagement estimated 30,000: Engaged through events and
campaigns.
Unlock the Asian Market: Build strategic ties with industry
leaders across Asia
Stay Ahead of Trends: Gain cutting-edge insights on
markets trend, AI tools and innovative product.
Meet Industry Decision-Makers: Connect with government, associations, investors, and key players.

Key Activities

CEO Forum & AI Summit

Business Exhibition

Cultural Dinner

SEDRA DINNER

Business Matching

Sabah Economy

Currently Sabah economy is mostly dependent on the extraction of oil reserves from the Sabah Basin, which is mostly offshore. And contribute 5.5% of total Malaysia national GDP

After petroleum products (oil and gas). Palm Oil is the second largest export out of Sabah. Due to its abundant oil palm plantations and the economic benefits derived from its production and processing.

Sabah, with over 30 ethnic groups, offers a rich cultural heritage and warm hospitality, making it a top destination for authentic cultural experiences.

Sabah Economic Strategy – Key Points

Sabah aims to diversify its economy through tourism, agriculture, and aquaculture, while boosting industry, green energy, digital growth, trade, and skills development.

The People of Sabah

Population

With population of 3.74 million (2024) . Sabah’s official language is Malay, but English, Mandarin, Chinese dialects, and various indigenous languages (Dusun, Kadazan, Bajau & Murut) are also widely spoken.

Beliefs

69.9% : Islam
24.7% : Christianity
5.1% : Buddhism

Tradition

Sabah is known for vibrant traditional crafts made from natural materials like bamboo and rattan, with popular items including beadwork and weaving, especially found at markets like Kota Kinabalu’s Handicraft Market.