Mega Kwong Siew gathering November
Published on: Thu, Jul 03, 2025 Text Size: Susan presents the Eldest Mother Award to her mother, Datin Seri Chen Si Mui, at the event. Kota Kinabalu: Kwong Siew Association Kota Kinabalu Sabah will host the 2nd Sabah Kwong Siew Night on Nov 16 and invitations will be extended to Kwong Siew clans across Malaysia to convene in Sabah. Its President Datuk Susan Wong Siew Guen said the event was inspired by the annual Sarawak Kwang Wai Siew Night, which she attended in Kuching on December 1, last year. 'That gathering saw an enthusiastic turnout, even featuring Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian as the guest of honour, a testament to the strength of the Sarawak Kwong Siew community. 'This year, we will once again host the Sabah Kwong Siew Night at Port View Palace Hall on Nov 16,' she said in a statement. On a separate note, she said this year's Sarawak Kwang Wai Siew Night will be hosted by the Sibu Kwang Wai Siew Association on December 6 and 7. Meanwhile, the Kwong Siew Association Kota Kinabalu Sabah celebrated Parents' Day and Welfare Night on Sunday. It was attended by over 200 members. The event was also participated by a 20-member delegation from the The Federation of Kwang Wai Siew Sarawak and Kwong Wai Siew Association Sibu. As a major Chinese community association in Sabah, she said Kwong Siew Association Kota Kinabalu Sabah bears the important responsibility to preserve culture, serve its members, and fostering unity in the community. 'Filial piety is a core value in Chinese culture and one that the Kwong Siew community holds especially dear. 'By organising events like Parents' Day and Welfare Night, we hope to instil values such as respecting elders, remembering our roots, caring for our community, and supporting each other, and to pass these values down through generations, so that our association always feels like home,' she said. As part of the celebration, Susan and her committee joined elderly members on stage to cut the Parents' Day cake, whilst honouring the eldest father and mother of the association. The Eldest Mother Award went to 95-year-old Datin Seri Chen Si Mui, who was guest of honour and life honorary advisor of Kwong Siew Association Kota Kinabalu Sabah, and also Susan's mother. The Eldest Father Award was presented to Datuk Anthony Chiu Nyuk Loi, 99, life honorary advisor and special guest of the evening. Both received an ang pow and gold pendant each. The association also presented ang pow to five member above 90 years old of the association. In addition, Chen, accompanied by Susan, gave away ang pows to the Welfare Committee to spread the joy of Parents' Day while showing care for the members. Susan also urged all members to continue working together to promote Kwong Siew culture and achieve new milestones. She also expressed gratitude to past presidents, committee members, and predecessors for their dedication, which laid the foundation for the association's continued success. The evening concluded with a lucky draw, offering exciting prizes to the lucky winners and capping off the event in an atmosphere filled with joy, warmth, and unity. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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