KOTA KINABALU: The proposed 32m Mazu statue (Goddess of the Sea) in Kudat would benefit Sabah and its northern district, says Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam.
He personally feels that there is nothing wrong with building the statue, as it would benefit the people of Kudat and Sabah economically and draw millions of tourists to the state.
Joachim, who was also state Local Government and Housing minister, said that if the project materialised, it would be another landmark for Sabah.Also present during the site visit was former chief minister Tan Sri Chong Kah Kiat who is the advisor of the project and local community leaders.
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