Labuan Urges Cleanliness Culture To Support Sustainable Urban Living
LABUAN, Jan 24 (Bernama) -- Labuan generates an average of about 150 tonnes of solid waste daily, comprising domestic, commercial as well as public and park cleaning waste, highlighting the need for systematic waste management to ensure environmental sustainability and extend the lifespan of the existing landfill.
Labuan Corporation (LC) Advisory Council chairman Datuk Bashir Alias said the waste composition in this duty-free island’s landfill largely consists of food waste, plastic and paper, reflecting the consumption patterns and economic activities of the island’s population.
“Efficient waste management is not only crucial for environmental protection, but also closely linked to urban well-being and the quality of life of the people,” he said in his speech at the “Clean Every Place” (Bersih Semua Tempat [BeST) programme held in conjunction with the Federal Territory Day celebrations at the Public Marina here today.
Bashir said this year’s Federal Territory Day theme, which emphasises urban well-being and sustainability, should be translated into a culture of cleanliness as a way of life rather than a seasonal effort.
As a financial and tourism hub, he said Labuan must consistently remain clean, pleasant and vibrant to enhance its attractiveness, particularly in view of Visit Malaysia 2026.
“Cleanliness is also a key public health factor, as a clean environment helps prevent the breeding of Aedes mosquitoes and the spread of infectious diseases,” he said.
He called on all segments of society not to place the responsibility for cleanliness solely on local authorities, but to collectively play their part in keeping residential areas and business premises clean.
“If everyone ensures their own surroundings are clean, Labuan as a whole will become a comfortable and livable place,” he said, adding that such collective efforts reflect the true spirit and identity of the Federal Territories.
The programme was attended by LC Advisory Council members, including prominent maritime and logistics industry leader Datuk Seri Patrick Tiong and Siah Keat Leong.
--BERNAMA
