11-07-2025
Strong support for Malaysia-China Friendship Run July 27
Published on: Friday, July 11, 2025
Published on: Fri, Jul 11, 2025 Text Size: Dr Oh (left) with Tan (middle), accompanied by Yeh (second left) and Liaw (second right), to present updates on last year's Friendship Run and preparations for this year's event. Kota Kinabalu: The highly anticipated JOM! Malaysia-China Friendship Run 2025, set to flag off on July 27, has once again received strong backing from leading sports and lifestyle brand Skechers, which is sponsoring staff uniforms and prizes worth a total of RM300,000. The Malaysia-China Friendship Association Sabah (MCFAS) President Dr Oh Ei Sun recently met in Hong Kong with Henry Tan, Vice Chairman and CEO of the Luen Thai Group, alongside the association's Honorary President Datuk Clement Yeh and Executive Vice President cum Secretary General Steven Liaw. The meeting served to update Tan on the success of last year's event and the current preparations for this year's edition. This year also marks the 60th anniversary of the Luen Thai Group and Tan expressed his strong support for the Friendship Run, reaffirming the Group's commitment to promoting grassroots exchanges between Malaysia and China. 'The 2025 Malaysia-China Friendship Run is more than just a sporting event, it's a bridge connecting the hearts of the people of Malaysia and China. I'm pleased to see this event growing in scale and influence year by year, particularly with the enthusiastic participation of the younger generation. It reflects the deep friendship and shared values between our two nations,' said Tan. He added that in conjunction with Luen Thai Group's 60th anniversary, the company is honoured to continue supporting meaningful initiatives that foster people-to-people connections between Malaysia and China. 'Guided by our belief in 'Connecting People, Creating the Future Together,' we will continue to support cultural, sports and youth exchange platforms.' Tan emphasised that this support represents not only a commitment to a single event, but a continuation of enduring friendship and a firm dedication to future cooperation. Dr Oh expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the Luen Thai Group, particularly Tan, for their continued trust and support. 'This year, being Luen Thai's 60th anniversary, receiving generous sponsorship from such a historic and socially responsible enterprise is especially meaningful to us,' he said. 'This support is not only practical but also a strong recognition of the value of Malaysia-China grassroots exchanges. It is with the support of partners like Luen Thai that we are able to make this event more exciting each year, and sow the seeds of Malaysia-China friendship in the hearts of the younger generation.' He added that the association would continue its efforts to build more bridges of friendship and cooperation, and to live up to public expectations. This year's run will flag off at 6am on July 27 at Padang Merdeka, here, with a turnaround point at the roundabout near the Kota Kinabalu City Mosque in Likas, covering a total distance of 7km. As in previous years, Skechers continues to play a vital role in promoting an active and healthy lifestyle among Sabahans. The brand is contributing RM60,000 worth of lucky draw prizes this year, alongside T-shirts, eco bags, 30 per cent discount vouchers, bib numbers, medals and more as part of each participant's race pack. Among the 350 Skechers lucky draw prizes, the grand prize is a RM5,508 running shoe package. The winner will be entitled to redeem RM459 worth of running shoes each month for 12 months at Skechers outlets. Additionally, a total of 349 cash prizes amounting to RM54,500 will be awarded. These include a first prize of RM2,000 for one winner, RM1,000 for three winners, RM500 for five winners, RM300 for 20 winners, RM200 for 50 winners, RM150 for 80 winners and RM100 for 190 winners. For more information, the public may contact 016-8304020, 012-8332282, 016-8363960, or 012-8060944. Organizers will announce a date for the distribution of race packs. * 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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