Kunak October 01, 2009. Launching of Research Project on the Development of People's Economy (PROPER) in the east coast of Sabah took place this morning at the Kunak Community Hall. It is a joint-venture project between the National University of Malaysia (UKM) and Silam Parliamentary and Kunak State Assembly area.

Among the proposed activities are:

1. To publish a book entitled Glimpses of Silam
2. Research on the history and tourism in Silam Area
3. Research on selected schools in Silam
4. Research on the socio-economy in Silam, particularly in Segama
5. To carry out environmental campaign with Silam community
6. To help enrich information and promotion of the Madai Forest Reserve
7. To propel agricultural and livestock research especially in Kampong Cocos
8. Marine and geological research in the islands around Darvel Bay
9. Research on the potential of marine food products and other local resources particularly in the District of Kunak.

Click here to view the press conference held at the end of the launching ceremony.