The planned silica sand mining project on Balambangan Island in Sabah will not adversely affect the area which has precious historical, archaeological and cultural values, according to Yayasan Sabah (YS).

In a statement today, its director Jamalul Kiram Mohd Zakaria said that the foundation was also complying with all requirements set by the Environment Protection Department (EPD) and would not be conducting any blasting activity under the project.