11-05-2025
Tiong lauds MRCS Bintulu for humanitarian work, youth engagement
Mohidin (third left) presenting a memento to Kong.
BINTULU (May 11): The Malaysia Red Crescent Society (MRCS) Bintulu Chapter is not only active in disaster relief and health crises but also plays a vital role in public education through its awareness programmes, said Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing.
'I am especially proud of the involvement of MRCS Cadet Units in schools, which have successfully instilled leadership and humanitarian values among youth,' he said in a Sarawak Public Communications Unit report.
The Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture said this during the 'Get To Know' dinner held in conjunction with the World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day at a hotel here yesterday.
Organised by the Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) Bintulu Chapter, the event gathered over 200 attendees including committee members, teacher advisors, school cadet units, and volunteers to honor their dedication and service in helping and saving lives in the community.
The Bintulu MP's special officer Steven Kong Kai Seng, presented tokens of appreciation to the volunteers.
Tiong emphasised that the celebration was more than a social event, saying it symbolised deep respect for those who serve the community selflessly.
Meanwhile, MRCS Bintulu Patron Datu Mohidin Ishak praised the volunteers as the backbone of community preparedness during emergencies such as floods and accidents.
He called on more young people to join the humanitarian movement as part of a balanced and socially responsible lifestyle.
Mohidin also revealed that Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming had approved a special allocation for upgrading the MRCS Bintulu Chapter's building and facilities.
He expressed confidence that the upgrades would enhance the chapter's operational capacity and effectiveness.
Earlier, a successful CPR and first aid training programme involving schools around Bintulu was held, underscoring MRCS's continued commitment to community education and preparedness.
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