1,700 Peace Runners Gather at Sandakan to Spread Peace and Friendship through Their Footsteps

The Sandakan Run for Peace organised by SGM Sabah was flagged off from the Sandakan Sports Complex on 7 September, with enthusiastic participation from 1,700 people. 

On this day, people young and old gathered in unity, taking concrete action to show their support for peace and sustainable development. Sandakan MP YB Vivian Wong Shir Yee officiated the flag-off.

The 7.7-kilometre route started from the sports complex, passing through several main roads and residential areas in Sandakan, before looping back to the sports complex as the finishing point. Along the way, participants were in high spirits, creating a lively and energetic atmosphere.

YB Wong expressed her earnest appreciation for SGM’s unwavering efforts over the past 20 years in promoting peace and sustainable development through Run for Peace. She further said the participation of many young people shows that the younger generation is eager to spread positive energy through healthy activities like running. 

Reported by Quek Mong Seng

More on Run for Peace 2025

First launched in 2005, Run for Peace (RFP) is a biennial, non-competitive event that has attracted over 400,000 participants nationwide over the past two decades. Carrying the slogan, “Peace Starts with Me! ACT NOW for SDGs!”, the event highlights the message of peace in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and encourages Malaysians to take concrete action for a better future. Throughout September, more than 70,000 people are expected to join the run across 22 locations nationwide.

This year also commemorates the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing, and Run for Peace seeks to advance the UN SDGs by fostering a culture of peace, treasuring life, embracing diversity and protecting the environment for future generations.

For more information, kindly visit Run for Peace official website at https://www.runforpeace.com.my