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Japanese Bussinessman wearing a full office suit climbed Mount Kinabalu

March 24, 2023March 30, 2023 admin Human Achievement, News Borneo, Businessman, Japanese, Malaysia, Mount Kinabalu, Sabah

A Japanese businessman is making headlines after climbing Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in Borneo, in a full office suit and leather shoes. Nobutaka Sada’s unique ascent has captured the attention of Malaysians and social media users around the world.

Despite not wearing the typical clothes worn by mountain climbers, Sada successfully climbed the 13,400-foot peak and shared his achievement on Facebook. His story quickly went viral, with many people admiring his determination and spirit of adventure.

Sada’s climb is a testament to the power of determination and the human spirit. His unconventional attire has made him a hero to many, and his story serves as an inspiration to anyone who wants to push themselves beyond their limits.

Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Bridge

September 19, 2022March 30, 2023 admin Building & Structure, News Brunei, Sabah, Sarawak, Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Bridge, The longest bridge

Great news! The longest bridge in ASEAN, spanning 26.3 kilometers, is now open to foreign vehicles that weigh no more than 3,500kg. The bridge’s management committee, jointly chaired by Brunei’s Ministry of Transport and Infocommunications and Ministry of Development, recently issued a statement to this effect. Please note that private and commercial foreign vehicles in class II and V weighing over 3,500kg are not permitted to use the bridge, except those that are comparable to Brunei vehicle classes I, III, IV, VI, and XII.

“Foreign vehicles weighing over 3,500kg are advised to use the Asean Highway 150 or AH150 (via Limbang) as usual,” the announcement stated. Road users are advised to strictly observe the 100km per hour speed limit for normal vehicles and 80km per hour for commercial vehicles on the bridge. The opening of SHOAS was long awaited by Sarawakians and Sabahans looking forward to shorten travelling distance between the two states via Brunei.

The bridge spans across the Brunei Bay, connecting Temburong District to Bandar Seri Begawan and was opened ahead of schedule on March 17, 2020. But due to the Covid-19 restrictions only citizens were allowed to commute between Temburong and the rest of the sultanate while foreigners were barred from entering the country.