Chinese community leaders visit Temenggong Wan Hamid’s Raya open house

SIBU: Temenggong Datuk Wan Hamid Edruce Tuanku Mohd, the Sibu Malay paramount chief, expressed appreciation for the visit of Chinese community leaders to his Raya Aidilfitri open house, describing them as very kind and good people. Among the visitors were a delegation from the Sibu Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCCI), led by its […]

Durian – agent of diplomacy to boost Malaysia-China ties

BY NURHAFIZAH TAN Bernama journalist Nurhafizah Tan was a participant in the ‘China Asia Pacific Press Centre’ Programme in 2023. In this article she shares her experiences in conjunction with the celebration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Malaysia and China this year.   KUALA LUMPUR: If asked to name one food to ‘unite’ […]

Chinese community needs more leaders

SIBU: The growing population and expansion of housing estates here have led to a pressing need for more leaders within the Chinese community and villages. Sibu Division Chinese Community Leaders (SDCCL) president Temenggong Dato Vincent Lau Lee Ming said there is a shortage of Chinese community leaders and village chiefs (KMKK) in town and Kanowit, […]

MPP holds Chinese New Year Open House

KOTA PADAWAN:  Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) yesterday celebrated its Chinese New Year Open House for 2024 with its newly appointed chairman, Tan Kai. Addressing the gathering, Tan Kai emphasised the importance of continuing the annual event which promoted unity and served as a platform for visitors to learn about the diverse cultures in Sarawak. “Every year, MPP […]

Dr Sim extends CNY visits to community leaders, businesspersons in Bintulu

BINTULU: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Hui Kian, accompanied by his wife Datin Enn Ong Siok Ean, conducted a series of Chinese New Year (CNY) visits to the residences of various Chinese community leaders, businesspersons, and members of the Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) Bintulu Branch. The visits on Thursday (Feb 15) included stops […]

210 Stakan residents receive festive goodies

KUCHING: A total of 210 recipients from the Chinese community in Stakan constituency here received mandarin oranges and red packets (angpow) from its assemblyman Datuk Hamzah Brahim. During the presentation ceremony held at Jalan Muara Tuang Multipurpose Community Hall here on Thursday, Hamzah said the contribution were to enliven the upcoming Chinese New Year celebration. […]

Association urged to unify ethnic groups

MIRI: The Federation of Miri Division Chinese Associations (FCA) has been urged to positively impact the Chinese community through cultural and educational initiatives, as well as to enhance unity among different ethnic groups. “Sarawak epitomises a multicultural and multireligious society where everyone enjoys a peaceful coexistence, contributing to the state’s prosperous and stable development. This […]

Chinese voters must come out to vote

BINTULU: Chinese voters in Jepak may be a small number but their votes are still as important as everyone else. Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) president Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the people should take this by-election as an important one and never take it for granted. “Even though there are only 1,400 […]

Leave old thinking behind, emulate Chinese: Willie

PUNCAK BORNEO: The Bidayuh community has been urged to get out of their comfort zone and leave the old thinking “we don’t have to work hard, we won’t starve because we have plenty of land to cultivate” aside. Member of Parliament for Puncak Borneo, Datuk Willie Mongin, who made the call said such an attitude […]

Mooncake Festival at Kwai Chai Hong inspires racial unity

By Soon Li Wei KUALA LUMPUR: With September coming to an end soon, the Chinese community are starting to really get into the spirit for the Mooncake Festival. Also known as the Mid-Autumn Festival, it is the second most important festivities after the Chinese New Year. The festival normally falls on the 15th day of […]