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Malaysia to build new immigration detention facilities in Perak, Sabah
The government has allocated funds in Budget 2027 for constructing additional quarters at immigration detention depots in Perak and Sabah, as part of efforts to enhance detention infrastructure across the country.
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The new facilities will be built at the Langkap Immigration Detention Depot in Perak and the Papar facility in Sabah, according to budget announcements made in Putrajaya. The project forms part of the government's broader strategy to upgrade and expand detention services to accommodate operational needs.
These infrastructure improvements aim to enhance conditions and capacity at the detention centres, which are critical facilities in Malaysia's immigration enforcement operations. The allocation reflects the government's commitment to strengthening border security and immigration management systems nationwide.
The construction of the new quarters represents an investment in improving detention infrastructure across multiple states, addressing capacity requirements in both peninsular and East Malaysia locations. The projects are expected to proceed following budget approval and standard implementation procedures.
The government has not disclosed specific timelines or budget allocations for the respective projects, though both facilities are listed as priority infrastructure developments under the 2027 budget framework.