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The Star
07-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Sunsuria launches foundation focused on education, community and environmental sustainability
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek (centre) together with Ter (sixth from right) and other guests, watering plants at the groundbreaking ceremony for SJK (C) Sunsuria and the Bandar Sunsuria education hub. SHAH ALAM: Sunsuria Bhd is taking a significant step forward in advancing its environmental, social and governance commitments with the launch of Sunsuria Foundation – focused on driving meaningful contributions across three core pillars: education, community and environmental sustainability. 'Since founding Sunsuria Bhd in 1989, we have grown into a purpose-driven organisation committed to shaping a brighter, more sustainable future,' said Sunsuria Bhd founder and executive chairman Tan Sri Ter Leong Yap. 'The launch of the Sunsuria Foundation is a natural extension of this commitment to society.' To commemorate the launch, the foundation has announced a scholarship for students of Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM), building on a long-standing partnership through which Sunsuria has contributed a cumulative total of RM12mil to date. Beyond financial support, Sunsuria has also invested significant time, effort and manpower to support the establishment and ongoing development of the university — a testament to its enduring commitment to education. 'We are deeply grateful to Sunsuria for their generous support and longstanding relationship with Xiamen University Malaysia,' said Xiamen University Malaysia president Prof Dr Wang Ruifang. 'Sunsuria's continued commitment has played a supportive role in our journey to nurture and empower the next generation of leaders.' Prior to the launch, Sunsuria had already begun building the foundation for its Education pillar through a range of community-focused initiatives. These include scholarships for students of Concord College International School, the distribution of school supplies to preschool children from SK Kota Warisan and support for educational initiatives at Kuen Cheng High School, Pin Hwa High School, Hin Hua High School and SM Tengku Ampuan Rahimah. Sunsuria has also supported education through book donations, health-related assistance, scholarship awards and career development opportunities for young talents. In addition, Sunsuria is contributing to the construction of SJK (C) Sunsuria in Sepang. Sunsuria has also extended support to local communities and environmental initiatives under its community focus area. To date, RM1.31mil has been contributed towards healthcare, children's homes, elderly care and disaster relief. These efforts include the donation of oxygen machines and face masks during the Covid-19 pandemic in response to critical shortages, as well as the community food drive, youth development sponsorships and contributions towards building funds. In support of environmental sustainability, Sunsuria has planted over 5,000 trees in Sunsuria City. The foundation reflects Sunsuria's commitment to meaningful, purpose-driven contributions across education, community wellbeing and environmental sustainability. It aims to broaden its impact and make a lasting positive contribution to society through focused, sustained efforts in these key areas.
The Star
02-05-2025
- The Star
GOF foils bid to smuggle bonsai trees worth over RM1mil in K'tan
Photo courtesy of GOF Southeast Brigade via Facebook KOTA BARU: The General Operations Force (GOF) Southeast Brigade successfully foiled an attempt to smuggle ornamental plants from a neighbouring country by intercepting a lorry carrying over 2,000 bonsai trees during an operation dubbed "Ops Taring Wawasan Kelantan" in the KTJ Pos JP1 Pak Teh Kana area here on Tuesday (April 29). Its commander Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid said that members of the GOF 18th Battalion conducted the seizure at 7.20pm as a result of a routine patrol in the nearby border area. "The inspection of the lorry found 2,780 bonsai trees suspected to be brought in from Thailand without any valid documents. "These trees are believed to contain pests and diseases that can threaten local crops," he said in a statement Friday (May 2). He also said that the 29-year-old lorry driver, a local man, was detained for further investigation, while the total value of the seizure, including the vehicle, was estimated at RM1.31mil. "The case is being investigated under Section 5 of the Plant Quarantine Act 1976, and all seized items have been handed over to the Kelantan Plant Biosecurity Division for further action," he also said. Nik Ros Azhan added said that the GOF will continue to enhance monitoring and operations at the country's borders to curb smuggling activities that could jeopardise the country's biosecurity, particularly in the agriculture and plantation sectors. He urged the public to report any information related to smuggling activities to the authorities to help maintain the country's safety and well-being. — Bernama
