Sabah urged to deepen China rapport
Published on: Thu, Jun 26, 2025 Text Size: Yiew, who is also the Deputy Chairperson of the Women Entrepreneurs Section of the Malaysia-China Chamber of Commerce (Sabah Chapter), stressed the importance of tapping into China's openness and commitment to international exchange. Kota Kinabalu: Sabah should leverage its strong relationship with China to deepen cooperation across multiple sectors in order to achieve mutually beneficial growth, said Yee Tsai Yiew, Special Officer to the Chief Minister. Yiew, who participatied in the China Overseas Friendship Association (COFA) Committee Delegation visit to Beijing and Hebei recently, said: 'Sabah's local industry players, entrepreneurs, and business community can unlock greater opportunities by exploring strategic collaborations.' 'These include technology transfer, youth talent development, SME partnerships, and educational exchange—all of which are key to strengthening Sabah's competitiveness and global connectivity.' The visit was organised by the Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of the State Council of China. Yiew, who is also the Deputy Chairperson of the Women Entrepreneurs Section of the Malaysia-China Chamber of Commerce (Sabah Chapter), stressed the importance of tapping into China's openness and commitment to international exchange. 'By embracing this spirit of collaboration, Sabah can accelerate industry transformation and broaden its international engagement,' she added. She noted the potential of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), describing it as not only a global connector but also a platform for participating countries to collaborate in infrastructure development, cultural exchange, and economic cooperation. * 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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