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Daily Express
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
Chief Minister praises San Chuan's youth involvement
Published on: Monday, May 26, 2025 Published on: Mon, May 26, 2025 Text Size: Abidin with representatives of care homes. Kota Kinabalu: Youth are the torchbearers of change in the present day and the leaders of tomorrow, says Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Hajiji Haji Noor. He said that young people's active involvement in charitable work reflects their maturity and concern for the wellbeing of society, while also demonstrating their readiness to shoulder leadership responsibilities in the future. 'They are not merely the leaders of tomorrow, but significant contributors to today's progress. Their energy, creativity, and idealism must be nurtured and harnessed,' he said. Hajiji's speech were delivered by Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister Datuk Abidin Madingkir, at the charity dinner and officiating of the San Chuan Sabah Welfare Association at the Hakka Hall, here on Friday. Hajiji said, to strengthen youth development, the government will draft the Sabah Youth Development Enactment as a legal framework to reinforce the organisational structure of youth bodies, formally recognise youth activism, and provide a more systematic platform for long-term growth. 'Through this enactment, we aim to give every youth leader in Sabah the time, space, and support needed to lead confidently and contribute meaningfully to the state,' he said. Advertisement Hajiji commended the San Chuan Sabah Welfare Association's inclusive approach, which has succeeded in engaging more than 90 per cent of its members from the younger generation. He said the association's youth involvement as a model that should be emulated and encouraged. 'Youth participation in volunteerism and welfare initiatives signals that they care, are responsible, and capable of uniting diverse communities towards common goals,' he added, also highlighting how young people are effectively using social media as a tool to spread awareness. He further welcomed the association's ongoing fundraising efforts to acquire its own premises, a strategic move towards more organised and sustainable operations. Hajiji expressed confidence that with the support of the community and generous donors, the aspiration will become a reality and pave the way for more charitable initiatives in the future. 'I hope the success of tonight's event will serve as an inspiration for youth to continue contributing to community welfare and the advancement of Sabah,' he said. * 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. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia


Daily Express
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
CM: Youth key drivers of change, progress
Published on: Saturday, May 24, 2025 Published on: Sat, May 24, 2025 Text Size: Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister, Datuk Abidin Madingkir presents donations on behalf of Hajiji Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor hailed youth as catalysts for change and vital contributors to current and future progress. Speaking through his representative at a charity dinner on Friday, he praised their involvement in volunteer work, calling it a sign of maturity and leadership potential. Hajiji announced plans for the Sabah Youth Development Enactment to strengthen youth structures, recognise activism, and support long-term development. He also lauded San Chuan Sabah Welfare Association for engaging over 90 pc youth members and using social media effectively to raise awareness. He welcomed the association's initiative to fundraise for its own premises, expressing confidence it will boost sustainable operations and future welfare efforts. * Read full report in tomorrow's print paper or log in or sign up for e-paper and premium online news access. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia