  Balak Island | |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 7°7′59.99″N117°7′59.99″E / 7.1333306°N 117.1333306°E |
| Administration | |
| State |  Sabah |
Balak Island (Malay : Pulau Balak) is an island located near Banggi Island in the Kudat Division on Sabah, Malaysia. [1] [2]
| Balak Island | |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 7°7′59.99″N117°7′59.99″E / 7.1333306°N 117.1333306°E |
| Administration | |
| State | Sabah |
Balak Island (Malay : Pulau Balak) is an island located near Banggi Island in the Kudat Division on Sabah, Malaysia. [1] [2]
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