Businessmen and traders from Mindanao, such as the BaSulTa region of Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi, are increasingly turning to Tawau's official barter trade system for sustaining economic ties. The Sabah state government aims to revive official barter trade, while the Bangsamoro Barter Trade Council guidelines are recognized to provide legitimacy to informal traders. These modernizing initiatives are addressing economic pressure and concerns from leaders in Sandakan and Tawau.
Traders and businessmen from Mindanao continue to rely on Tawau as a vital transshipment hub, as the region transitions from traditional barter systems to modern, regulated commercial shipping.
Popoy Lauddin, BIMP-EAGA Country Director for the Philippines, confirms that entrepreneurs from the BaSulTa region are increasingly using Tawau to sustain centuries-old economic ties. The Sabah government is planning to revive official barter trade, expressing optimism that such a move will boost economic revenue for both Malaysia and the Philippines while improving the livelihoods of coastal residents.
Meanwhile, the Bangsamoro Barter Trade Council guidelines have been officially recognized, allowing informal traders to register as legitimate importers and exporters. The Sapangar Bay Container Port is being positioned as a premier regional hub, offering BaSulTa traders more scalable shipping options. Leaders in Sandakan and Tawau have raised concerns over economic stagnation in their communities, driving the push for modernisation and formalised, legal trade routes
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