Latest news with #MichaelLui
Daily Express
02-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
DP World Sabah Berhad urged to put off new policy
Published on: Wednesday, July 02, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jul 02, 2025 Text Size: Michael said the congestion must be resolved urgently, noting that only through full cooperation between all stakeholders—including Sabah Ports, DP World, shipping lines, freight forwarders, transporters, and traders—can a long-term solution be found. Kota Kinabalu: The President of the Sabah United Chinese Chambers of Commerce (SUCCC), Datuk Michael Lui, has called on Sabah Ports Berhad and DP World Sabah Berhad to postpone the implementation of a new policy reducing the container berthing period from eight days to five days, scheduled to take effect on July 15, citing serious congestion at the Sepanggar Bay Container Terminal. He warned that current delays at the port have already slowed down loading operations from one to two hours per container to three to four hours, with transporters now only able to move an average of two to three containers per day. 'Hundreds of containers are left waiting. This is not just inefficient—it's disruptive to the entire supply chain,' he said. He stressed that implementing the five day berthing limit amid existing logistical bottlenecks would only worsen the situation. SUCCC is also urging port authorities to defer the imposition of demurrage, removal charges, and removal surcharges until the end of October 2025, giving time for improvements to be made. These proposals were raised during a courtesy visit by SUCCC's Logistics and Transportation Sub-Committee, led by Michael, to Sabah Ports and service contractor DP World Sabah. The group was received by Sabah Ports Managing Director Datuk Ng Kiat Min and DP World Sabah's Shafu Anbas, who both agreed to relay the suggestions to senior management. Michael said the congestion must be resolved urgently, noting that only through full cooperation between all stakeholders—including Sabah Ports, DP World, shipping lines, freight forwarders, transporters, and traders—can a long-term solution be found. He added that while the 17.2 per cent increase in container volume to 501,944 TEUs in 2024 and the total port throughput of 28.9 million tonnes reflect positive trade growth, the current infrastructure is not keeping pace. The root of the problem, he explained, lies in space constraints at the port. The federal-funded expansion project is only 26 per cent complete, and Michael urged the federal government to expedite the release of funds to speed up construction and ease congestion. 'In the meantime, we appreciate DP World's effort to introduce a vehicle booking system to help manage traffic, but that alone is not enough. 'We must implement short, medium, and long-term measures to boost capacity and improve efficiency,' he said. Michael, who is also President of the Kota Kinabalu Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KKCCCI), said the inefficiencies at Sepanggar have wider economic implications, affecting imports, exports, business operations, and ultimately the livelihood of Sabahans. 'We must all play our part to ensure Sepanggar Bay evolves into a modern, efficient, and sustainable logistics hub for Sabah,' he said. * 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. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
South China Morning Post
15-05-2025
- General
- South China Morning Post
How Hong Kong's egg and beef sandwich became so beloved and the best places to eat it
The Hong Kong-style egg and beef sandwich is not just a sandwich, but a testament to how a seemingly simple snack, served quickly and conveniently, can stand the test of time and become a collective memory among busy city dwellers. Many restaurants have made it their own by adding salted (corned) beef and various inventive ingredients, infusing even more 'Hong Kong-ness' into the dish and increasing the reverence it receives from locals and tourists alike. It has been speculated that the Hong Kong egg and beef sandwich was a product of British colonisation, similar to how the Vietnamese banh mi was influenced by the country's French colonial history. Corned beef and egg sandwiches were a popular snack among the British Army during World War I and II, while some of the earliest mentions of canned corned beef place its origins in the British agricultural revolution that took place between the mid-17th and late 19th centuries. An egg and corned beef sandwich at Australia Dairy Company in Jordan, Hong Kong. Photo: Joseph André 'The use of salted beef in Hong Kong cafes probably had something to do with the British, who were already making salted beef sandwiches,' says Michael Lui Ka-chun, a veteran food writer and author of the 2023 Chinese-language book, The Taste of Hong Kong. 'Although salted beef cans were already quite popular when I was growing up in the '80s, they were not a household item. They were used only, and widely, in cha chaan tengs [Hong Kong-style diners], as convenience is key in those kitchens.'
Daily Express
14-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Over 80 take part in KKCCCI golf tourney
Published on: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Published on: Wed, May 14, 2025 Text Size: Michael in a group photo with the participants. Kota Kinabalu: The KKCCCI Golf Invitation 2025 saw strong participation and competitive spirit among players from both the business and government sectors. KKCCCI President Datuk Michael Lui said the event symbolised the chamber's evolving identity, driven by the rise of a younger generation of committee members. 'KKCCCI is no longer confined to traditional activities. We are now organising dynamic events that keep pace with the times. 'The newly-formed Young Entrepreneurs sub-group, established this year, will play a vital role in empowering the chamber and uniting young business leaders to push forward mutually beneficial initiatives,' he said. He emphasised the importance of preparing local businesses for the future, particularly as the world advances into the era of AI and automation. 'I look forward to the continued efforts of Vice President Datuk Simon Chee and Director Nicholas Tan, who are helping businesses master advanced skills, enhance digital capabilities and drive industry transformation. 'These efforts are crucial for taking Sabah enterprises onto the global stage,' Michael said. He also commended the organising committee, led by Deputy Director of Primary Commodities, Tobin Ng. 'Today is not just about a round of golf but it is also about coming together as a community to make a difference and reach our goal of business networking,' he said. More than 80 people participated in the competition with Akbar Mohd Said clinching the Golden Tiger award. Also present were Deputy Speaker of the State Legislative Assembly Datuk Al Hambra Tun Juhar, Mayor of City Hall (DBKK) Datuk Seri Dr Sabin Samitah and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Local Government and Housing Datuk Dr Jamili Nais. He extended his sincere appreciation to all sponsors and participants for their contributions to the event's success, with special mention of Hap Seng Star for generously sponsoring the 'Hole in One' prize. He also reaffirmed the chamber's commitment to making the invitational an annual fixture. 'We will continue to promote this event in the coming years as a platform for fellowship, innovation, and strategic collaboration among business leaders,' he said. The golf tournament forms part of KKCCCI's broader efforts to engage the business community through dynamic and meaningful activities that support growth and transformation. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
23-04-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
‘Don't let tourists abuse visa to do business in Sabah'
Michael Lui KOTA KINABALU (April 23): Sabah United Chinese Chamber of Commerce (SUCCC) and Kota Kinabalu Chinese Chamber of Commerce (KKCCI) president Datuk Michael Lui has expressed concern that tourists from China will abuse visa convenience to do business in the country. He welcomed the extension of the visa exemption between Malaysia and China allowing Chinese nationals to stay in the country for up to 90 days as tourists for five years. China will also give Malaysia the same treatment. 'This good news is one of the memorandums of understanding signed during Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Malaysia. It is a positive result of Malaysia and China celebrating the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations and jointly launching a new 'Golden 50 Years'! It is also the best portrayal of the friendly relations between Malaysia and China in the community of shared destiny reiterated by President Xi Jinping, which promotes global cooperation and common development, making the relationship between Malaysia and China increasingly close and solid,' he said in a statement on Wednesday. Lui called on the relevant government departments to take preventive measures against the abuse of visa convenience by tourists to do business in the country. 'Foreign merchants (not just from China) have been dumping products at low prices in Malaysia, which has severely hit local business community and made people worry that the Malaysian market will be monopolized by foreign merchants in the future,' he said. He also cited the recent emergence of Chinese tourists doing business in Semporna, from operating restaurants to providing one-stop services for boats and transportation. It has seriously affected the local businesses. 'We urge the relevant authorities to take immediate actions to curb it,' he said. Lui welcomed foreign investors or foreign businessmen to invest in Sabah. If they come in as tourists to dump and monopolize the market, and do not earn foreign exchange for Sabah it will lead to an unhealthy situation and hit local businesses. In view of this, he urged the Malaysian government to establish a mechanism to prevent foreigners from engaging in unfair competition and monopoly, so as to support and protect local businesses.
