Tiong (15th left) and other dignitaries prepare to hit the drums to officiate the occasion. SIBU (Aug 24): Business associations and ethnic Chinese community organisations in Sibu are encouraged to explore sustainable and resilient economic industries and investments from China. Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Dato Sri Tiong King Sing suggested organising more exchange activities between the two regions, visiting each other’s factories, and providing continuous development opportunities for the people of Sarawak.
“We will continue to deepen economic and trade cooperation, promote technological innovation, and strengthen cultural exchanges, achieving mutual benefit and creating a brighter future together,” he said at the 50th anniversary celebration of Malaysia-China diplomatic relations held here last night. Among those attending the event included China Consul General in Kuching Xing Weiping, Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang, Dewan Rakyat Deputy Speaker and Lanang MP Alice Lau, Sibu MP Oscar Ling, Bawang Assan assemblyman Dato Sri Wong Soon Koh, business associates and local prominent community leaders. Tiong, also Bintulu MP and Dudong assemblyman, said Malaysia and China officially established diplomatic relations 50 years ago, marking the beginning of a journey of friendly cooperation.
“Over the past half-century, the relationship between Malaysia and China has continuously deepened, with cooperation expandi.