ECONOMIC RELATIONS BETWEEN SABAH AND JAPAN: A STUDY ON KEY TRADE SECTORS
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https://doi.org/10.55197/qjssh.v6i5.659Keywords:
Sabah, Japan, international trade, economic relations, trade sectorsAbstract
This study focuses on the economic relationship between Sabah and Japan by analyzing key sectors in trade between the state and the country. Economic ties between Japan and Malaysia have grown significantly since the 1980s under the Look East Policy, with Japan being one of Sabah’s key trading partners, particularly in terms of capital flow and technology. This study employs a qualitative approach, involving an analysis of official documents and previous studies. It also adopts the paradiplomacy theory as a framework to explain the relationship between sub-national entities and other countries, specifically between Sabah and Japan. The findings indicate that Sabah's key trade sectors remain relevant in its economic relations with Japan; however, policy implementation and infrastructure development are necessary to ensure the consistency of trade between Sabah and Japan. Despite these challenges, there are opportunities to strengthen economic ties by emphasizing green technology and other sectors. This study concludes that the Sabah-Japan economic relationship holds great potential for continued growth through the adaptation of more sustainable and innovative trade strategies.
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