A SERIES of economic, trade and cultural celebrations will be held at the newly completed Sunshine Central in Air Itam, Penang, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Malaysia and China. Suiwah Corporation Bhd managing director Datuk Hwang Thean Long said a Chinese product expo would also be held as part of the celebrations, which would start in September and last for six months. He said cultural performances, including Chinese art performances would also be featured.
Hwang also said that more than 20 Chinese enterprises would participate in the event. “In the 50 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties, Malaysia-China relations have developed maturity and stability. “Bilateral exchanges and cooperation have become increasingly frequent, benefiting the people of both countries and making local interactions more practical.
“China has been Malaysia’s largest trading partner for 15 consecutive years and in recent years, Malaysia has become a popular destination for new investment projects from China in the fields of digital economy, green development, and new energy. “We look forward to establishing cooperation mechanisms through this exhibition, promoting economic and trade exchanges and sharing business opportunities under the Belt and Road Initiatives,” he said during a press conference. Suiwah Corporation is a retail group best known for its Sunshine chain of supermarkets and departmental stores.
Air Itam assemblyman Joseph Ng.