Sarawak sets Guinness World Record ahead of 2026

KUCHING, 26 December 2025: Sarawak is set to usher in 2026 on a historic milestone with the announcement of a Guinness World Records (GWR) achievement, with a magical journey covering the major landmarks of Sarawak.

The official Guinness World Records announcement will be unveiled during Countdown 2026 at the Kuching Waterfront on December 31, 2025, as announced by the Sarawak Tourism Board in a press release, positioning Sarawak firmly on the global stage as it prepares to welcome the world in conjunction with Visit Malaysia Year 2026.

Recognised worldwide as the definitive authority on record-breaking achievements, Guinness World Records provides independent verification and global credibility to milestones achieved across countries, industries and cultures. Achieving a Guinness World Records title places Sarawak among an international community of record-holders, reinforcing the state’s international standing while celebrating a moment of collective pride for its people.

The record-setting journey traversed Sarawak’s diverse landscapes. Beyond its technological achievement, the initiative stands as a powerful symbol of Sarawak’s scale, connectivity and ambition, reinforcing its positioning as the Gateway to Borneo.

“This achievement goes beyond setting a world record. It reflects Sarawak’s readiness to lead with bold ideas, innovation and confidence as we step into 2026,” said Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak, Dato Sri Haji Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. “Announcing this Guinness World Record on New Year’s Eve is a strong signal of the momentum Sarawak is building as we prepare to welcome global travellers.”

The Guinness World Records announcement will be a meaningful moment of pride for Sarawakians during Countdown 2026, organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak. The New Year’s Eve celebration will feature a curated line-up of local, national and international performances, culminating in a midnight musical fireworks display, symbolising Sarawak’s confident and ambitious entry into the new year.

As Sarawak counts down to 2026, the Guinness World Record achievement represents a defining milestone in the state’s tourism journey; demonstrating how innovation, storytelling and scale can converge to create a compelling global narrative rooted in Sarawak’s identity as the Gateway to Borneo.