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Borneo Post
08-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sabah-China Chamber of Commerce strengthens ties with new Chinese Consul General in Kota Kinabalu
Frankie Liew (seventh right) and the SCCC delegation posing with Consul General Zhu Xinglong (sixth right) and Deputy Consul General Ouyang Huifeng (fifth right) during the courtesy call. KOTA KINABALU (July 8): Sabah-China Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) president Datuk Frankie Liew on Tuesday led a delegation of key committee members to pay a courtesy visit to Zhu Xinglong, the newly appointed Consul General of the People's Republic of China in Kota Kinabalu. The visit aimed to extend a warm welcome and sincere congratulations, while engaging in in-depth discussions to further strengthen Sabah-China cooperation. During the visit, Liew conveyed heartfelt greetings and gratitude on behalf of all the committee members and SCCC members, thanking the Chinese Consulate for its longstanding support of their work. He emphasized that the SCCC and the Chinese Consulate have always maintained a close and positive relationship. Under the support and guidance of successive Consuls General, both parties have jointly promoted many initiatives to enhance bilateral cooperation, deepen economic and trade ties, foster investment exchanges, and strengthen cultural engagement between Sabah and China. Looking ahead, Liew expressed confidence that under the leadership of Consul General Zhu, the Sabah-China Chamber of Commerce will continue to deepen its collaboration with the Consulate. SCCC will actively support the Consulate's work and promote exchanges and cooperation between Sabah and various provinces and cities in China in areas such as business, culture and education. He also emphasized that the Chamber will continue to play its role as a bridge and link, assisting both the Federal and State Governments in attracting investments to stimulate local economic growth. At the same time, the Chamber will work on enhancing the quality and global competitiveness of local entrepreneurs — including empowering women and youth entrepreneurs — to help them shine on the international stage. During the meeting, Liew also introduced the mission and functions of the Chamber. Since its founding in 2019, the SCCC has adhered to its mission of 'promoting exchange, advancing development, and serving members,' and has worked to strengthen Sabah-China cooperation in the fields of economics, trade, industry and commerce. He noted that the Chamber actively provides members with policy updates, investment guidelines, trade resources, and a wide range of platforms for engagement, including expos, economic forums, thematic lectures and training programs — effectively building a practical and efficient cooperation bridge between Sabah and China. 'In recent years, the SCCC has actively organized and participated in many key events, including last year's Sabah-China Expo, co-organized with the Sabah State Government to commemorate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Malaysia and China. We have also maintained regular engagement with chambers and enterprises across China and established liaison offices in multiple cities to expand connections and cooperation,' said Liew. Zhu welcomed the SCCC delegation and gave high praise for SCCC's contributions in promoting Sabah-China exchanges and collaboration. The Consulate General assured that he will continue to support the Chamber's development and looks forward to working closely together to further strengthen and deepen bilateral relations. Zhu also highlighted China's strong focus on its friendship with Malaysia. He noted that in April, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a state visit to Malaysia for the first time in 12 years, followed by Premier Li Qiang's visit in May for the ASEAN–China–GCC Summit. 'It is quite rare for both the President and the Premier to visit Malaysia in the same year,' he said. He also pointed out that Chinese presence in Sabah — whether in tourism or commercial activities — is very vibrant. For example, Chinese tourists account for around 80% of international arrivals in Semporna. Many major Chinese state-owned and private enterprises have also entered Sabah for various investment projects, with more large-scale ventures expected in the near future. Zhu officially assumed his post in Kota Kinabalu on June 8. Since then, he has paid courtesy calls on the Head of State of Sabah, Tun Musa Aman, and Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, reaffirming the traditional friendship between China and Malaysia. He expressed willingness to work hand in hand with Sabah to implement the consensus reached by both nations' leaders, and to expand cooperation in agriculture, investment, tourism and education — contributing to the building of a high-level China-Malaysia strategic community with a shared future. Also present at the meeting was Deputy Consul General Ouyang Huifeng. This meeting further deepened the friendly ties between the Sabah-China Chamber of Commerce and the Consulate General of China in Kota Kinabalu, laying a strong foundation for future cooperation in trade, culture and education.
Borneo Post
14-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
New SCCC leadership team to strengthen Sabah-China ties
Frankie Liew (fifth left) with the new SCCC Council. KOTA KINABALU (June 14): The Sabah-China Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) has reaffirmed its leadership with Datuk Frankie Liew Chun Kim re-elected unopposed as president during its Third Council re-election. The harmonious filling of all council positions underscores the chamber's unity and confidence in Liew's continued stewardship. The election, held on Thursday at SCCC's Kolombong headquarters, proceeded smoothly in a spirit of cohesion. Liew hailed the event as a testament to the chamber's stability and maturity. In his acceptance speech, he thanked members for their trust and pledged to advance Sabah-China cooperation, creating new opportunities for businesses. SCCC also extended a warm welcome to the newly appointed Chinese Consul General in Kota Kinabalu, Zhu Xinglong. Liew emphasized that SCCC has always maintained a good and close relationship with successive Consuls General of the Chinese Consulate in Kota Kinabalu, collaborating on various initiatives to promote bilateral cooperation. Looking ahead, the chamber will continue to fully support the work of the Consulate General and serve as a bridge for fostering friendly relations between Sabah and China, striving for a win-win future. Zhu is the fourth Consul General of the Chinese Consulate in Kota Kinabalu since its establishment in 2014, succeeding Consul General Huang Shifang, who concluded her term at the end of March this year. Since its 2019 inception, SCCC has championed economic and trade exchanges between Sabah and China, offering members policy insights, investment resources, and networking platforms. Looking ahead, Liew stated that the chamber will continue to deepen its exchange services between the two regions, further strengthening collaboration with the government and major institutions, and actively facilitating key projects and cooperation plans beneficial to regional economic development. 'We will continue to serve as a bridge and link for investment promotion efforts by the federal and Sabah governments, boosting the momentum of the local economy. At the same time, we aim to elevate the overall quality of entrepreneurs, actively empower women and young entrepreneurs, and support the local business community in shining on the international stage,' he said confidently. With the new Council of SCCC now formed, carrying on the legacy while embracing new leadership, the chamber enters a new and exciting chapter. The appointment of the new consul Glgeneral, combined with the smooth formation of the leadership team, sets the stage for a promising future in Sabah-China cooperation and exchange. New SCCC Council Line-Up President – Datuk Frankie Liew Chun Kim Deputy President – Brett Chua Man Kui Vice President – Ir. Ts. Tan Kok Jyh, JP, Datuk Jonathan Koh, JP, Datuk Simon Teoh, Chiew Heng Hock and Tan Siew Ling Secretary General – Chea Hoong Tak, Deputy Secretary General – Lo Mei Hwa Treasurer – Chung Zheng Uyee, Deputy Treasurer – Darius Hee Vui Chung Director of Commercial Affairs – Douglas Fong Yin Tshung, Deputy Director of Commercial Affairs – Ling Hang Tze Director of Public Relations – Anthony Leong Tit Khi, Deputy Director of Public Relations – Kenneth Tan Hock Khiam Committee – Hong Jia Hao, Chan Jun Git, Chin Hui Zhi, Cheong Siau Ling, Joanis Yee Shi Ping, Desmond Hsiu Wei Peng, Datuk Peter Chia Yun Kong, Kapitan Foo Hoe Weng, Leo Liew Yih Sin, Lucas Kwan Lee Kong, Jeremy Ho Soon Teck, Max Chan Chu Fatt, Wong Chung Ming, Ong Kian Tee Auditor – Datuk George Lim Shu Chung
