Sabah To Host National Unity Week 2026 - Aaron

LABUAN, Aug 16 (Bernama) -- National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang today announced that the ministry will host the national-level Unity Week 2026 in Sabah.

He said this when officiating the Unity Week Celebration and the Golden Jubilee of the Rukun Tetangga (KRT) 2025 for Labuan at the Labuan International Sea Sports Complex.

Unity Week, organised under the Kembara Perpaduan Malaysia MADANI framework, aims to foster a spirit of unity while promoting understanding and appreciation of Malaysia’s diverse traditions and cultures. The celebration also serves as a platform to strengthen social integration and build a sustainable ecosystem of national unity.

Aaron highlighted that Labuan stands as an example of harmony, where cultural, religious, and ethnic diversity coexist peacefully.

He noted that Labuan recorded the highest score in the 2021 Malaysian Happiness Index, at 9.29, reflecting a very high level of happiness among its residents.

“To further strengthen social bonds at the community level, KPN (National Unity Ministry) through the Department of National Unity and Integration (JPNIN) has established 37 Rukun Tetangga areas across Labuan,” he said.

Aaron said the Rukun Tetangga movement marks its 50th anniversary this year. Over the past five decades, KRT has played a vital role in community safety patrols, neighbourhood development, fostering good neighbourly spirit and promoting national unity.

This year’s celebrations feature a range of activities including a Rukun Tetangga Golden Jubilee exhibition, Cultural Night performances, Early Childhood Education exhibition, Unity Fun Run and Walk, Rukun Tetangga Economic Exhibition and Sale, as well as exhibitions by government departments and agencies.

--BERNAMA