Borneo Flora Festival 2025 draws 37,000 visitors on opening day
Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories), noted the festival's economic impact.
'With more than 37,000 visitors in just one day, we are already seeing the economic spillover. Hoteliers, food stalls, local artisans and even home-based entrepreneurs are benefiting tremendously from this influx,' she said.
The festival employs an AI-CCTV monitoring system to manage crowd flow and ensure safety. Dr Zaliha added, 'Crowd response is overwhelming and reflects the growing popularity of the BFF as a premier tourism and cultural attraction in Labuan.'
Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia, graced the opening ceremony, adding prestige to the event. The festival also features participation from Sabah, Sarawak, Kalimantan, and Brunei, reinforcing regional cultural ties.
Organisers aim to surpass 50,000 visitors by the festival's conclusion on July 30.
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