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Borneo Post
6 days ago
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Tiong channels RM2.2 mln to Sibu groups, stresses accountability and real impact
The Malaysian Red Crescent Society Sibu chairman, Penghulu Chua Hiong Kee (eighth left), receives a cheque from Ting, while Teo (fourth right) and others look on. – Photo by Peter Boon SIBU (July 17): A total of RM2.2 million in federal allocations was distributed to 152 recipients here today, with Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister, Dato Sri Tiong King Sing, underscoring the need for accountability and meaningful use of public funds. Of the total, RM1.55 million was disbursed to 137 recipients under the Special Project Allocation (PPK), while another RM660,000 went to 15 recipients under the Special Allocation by Minister (PKM). Tiong, who is also Bintulu MP and Dudong assemblyman, was represented by his special duties officer Agatha Ting during the cheque presentation ceremony held at the United Chinese Association (UCA) Sibu hall. In delivering his speech through Ting, Tiong reminded all recipients that public funds must not be wasted or used for personal gain. 'I hope these funds will be used properly and not just for the sake of spending, but to truly benefit the community. 'Every sen must go for something meaningful, not wasted or personal advantages,' he said. He added that recipients are required to submit a full report on how the funds are used as a condition for any future support. 'So you must submit your report. If there's no report, how can you get another round of support? 'I want to help, but you must also do your part. Be accountable. Only then I can continue to justify giving more funding to support your organisations,' he said. Aside from the cheque allocations, five laptops and printers were presented to longhouse residents, along with 10 hampers for local youth members. Also in attendance were Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) Dudong Division chairman Datuk Teo Boon Siew and PDP Pelawan chairman Datuk Lau Cheng Kiong. funds Sibu Tiong King Sing
Borneo Post
04-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sibu still best town outside Greater China in preserving Chinese culture, says Tiang
(From seventh left) Ting, Chieng, Tiang, Lau and others participating in the ribbon cutting to launch the Food Festival and Cultural Street at the BCF on Friday. SIBU (July 4): Sibu remains the most comprehensive and complete guardian of Chinese culture outside of China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, said Sarawak Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government, Datuk Michael Tiang. He praised the unity among the town's Chinese community, noting that people from different dialect groups celebrate together with openness, inclusiveness, and mutual respect. 'They are continuing our cultural legacy, rejecting extreme racism, and working hand-in-hand and heart-to-heart to accelerate the Sarawak government's development policies for ethnic unity that has become a unique attraction,' he said during the launch of the Food Festival and Cultural Street, held in conjunction with the Borneo Cultural Festival (BCF) 2025 at the Sibu Town Square last night. Also present were Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng, Sibu Municipal Council chairman Clarence Ting and United Chinese Association (UCA) president Lau Ing Siong. Tiang said the Chinese community must take collective responsibility for preserving their ancestral folk culture, which he described as deeply rooted and irreplaceable by modern technology. He emphasised the need to uphold and promote the community's history and heritage, highlighting that the century-old legacy of the Chinese in Sibu offers a rich and memorable cultural experience. He expressed hope that the event would further strengthen community bonds and contribute to a vibrant, dignified celebration of culture, helping to realise Sibu's vision of prosperity. Tiang also noted that the BCF, now in its 22nd year since it began in 2003, continues to grow in prominence. 'Every year, the number of visitors and group performances bring new highlights to both locals and international tourists, not only boosting Sibu's cultural branding but also showcasing the rich diversity of Sibu and Sarawak – in ethnicity, culture, and religion – a core value Sibu residents are proud of,' he said. He called on leaders of various associations to use the festival to highlight their dialect groups' unique cuisines, with English translations provided where possible to aid international visitors. 'I believe only by branding and packaging our cuisine well can we preserve its cultural value and uniqueness,' he said. Although the BCF spans just 10 days, Tiang expressed confidence that it would offer an engaging and authentic Chinese cultural experience. BCF 2025 Chinese culture Michael Tiang Sibu
