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The Sun
7 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Clean-up initiative set to boost public participation
PETALING JAYA : The Housing and Local Government Ministry is aiming to mobilise 100,000 participants nationwide for this year's Malaysia Clean-Up Day, with the support of the Taiwan Buddhist Tzu-Chi Foundation Malaysia(Tzu-Chi) as a strategic partner. Minister Nga Kor Ming said Tzu-Chi's involvement is expected to boost public participation and enhance the impact of the mass gotong-royong initiative, scheduled for Sept 27. 'This collaboration aligns with our 'Public-Private-People-Partnership' approach, which encourages joint efforts between the government and private sectors, NGOs and the community to deliver more comprehensive support. 'With Tzu-Chi's involvement, I am confident that public participation will be more widespread and impactful,' said Nga in a statement. Nga also said the ministry would engage with environmental NGOs, including Tzu-Chi, and appoint them as strategic partners of the National Circular Economy Council for Solid Waste, in support of local authorities' sustainability efforts. 'The ministry remains committed and open to building collaborative networks with NGOs and local communities to advance sustainable urbanisation in line with the Madani vision. 'We want to encourage NGOs of all backgrounds to take part in building a more sustainable and prosperous country for a greener future,' he said. As a symbol of support, Nga presented a RM20,000 contribution from his ministerial allocation to Tzu-Chi to help strengthen its initiatives and outreach efforts. The Tzu-Chi delegation made a courtesy visit to the ministry yesterday, aimed at strengthening strategic collaboration in community development, circular economy initiative and environmental sustainability. The delegation was led by Tzu-Chi Kuala Lumpur and Selangor deputy CEO Puan Sri Tong Siew Bee, who was accompanied by Tzu-Chi volunteers Datuk Sri Yong Seng Yeow, Gan Yee Hin, Jee Say Loo, Loo Soon Eng and staff member Goh Suz Suz. During a meeting, the delegation briefed the minister on Tzu-Chi's ongoing and upcoming community programmes, including welfare assistance, cleanliness campaigns and aid for vulnerable groups. Tzu-Chi expressed commitment to mobilise thousands of volunteers for the campaign, with a strong focus on civic education, community empowerment and environmental awareness. With over 34,000 volunteers nationwide, Tzu-Chi is actively involved in humanitarian aid and environmental sustainability initiatives. The organisation operates 810 recycling points and 218 full-scale recycling centres across the country that are open weekly. In 2024, it collected over 5.26 million kg of recyclable materials, made possible by the efforts of 40,527 volunteers throughout Malaysia.
The Sun
15-07-2025
- General
- The Sun
KPKT partners with environmental NGOs for NCEC and Malaysia Cleanup Day
PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) plans to engage environmental NGOs as strategic partners in the National Circular Economy Council for Solid Waste (NCEC). Minister Nga Kor Ming emphasized the ministry's commitment to fostering collaboration with NGOs and local communities to advance sustainable urban development under the Malaysia MADANI vision. Nga stated, 'We want to encourage the involvement of all NGOs, irrespective of background, in efforts to make the country more sustainable and prosperous for a greener future.' He also highlighted the Taiwan Buddhist Tzu-Chi Foundation Malaysia's pledge to mobilize thousands of volunteers for Malaysia Cleanup Day on September 27, focusing on civic education, community empowerment, and environmental awareness. The commitment followed a courtesy visit by Tzu-Chi's delegation, led by its Kuala Lumpur and Selangor deputy chief executive officer, to discuss strategic cooperation in community development and environmental sustainability. Nga expressed confidence in Tzu-Chi's role as a key partner for Malaysia Cleanup Day 2025, aiming for a record 100,000 participants. Tzu-Chi Malaysia, with over 34,000 volunteers, runs extensive community programs, including welfare assistance, recycling drives, and cleanliness campaigns. The organisation manages 810 recycling drop-off points and 218 recycling centres nationwide, collecting 5.2 million kilograms of recyclables last year with the help of 40,527 volunteers. – Bernama
Barnama
15-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
KPKT To Engage Environmental NGOs As Strategic Partners In NCEC
PUTRAJAYA, July 15 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) will hold engagement sessions with environmental non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to appoint them as strategic partners in the National Circular Economy Council for Solid Waste (NCEC). Its minister, Nga Kor Ming said the ministry is dedicated to building collaborative networks with NGOs and local communities to enhance the sustainable urban development agenda in line with the Malaysia MADANI vision. "We want to encourage the involvement of all NGOs, irrespective of background, in efforts to make the country more sustainable and prosperous for a greener future," he said in a statement today. Nga also announced that the Taiwan Buddhist Tzu-Chi Foundation Malaysia (Tzu-Chi) has pledged to mobilise thousands of volunteers for the upcoming Malaysia Cleanup Day on Sept 27, with a strong focus on civic education, community empowerment, and environmental awareness. This commitment was made following a courtesy visit by a Tzu-Chi delegation led by Tzu-Chi Kuala Lumpur and Selangor deputy chief executive officer to his office today. The meeting aimed to strengthen strategic cooperation in community development, the circular economy, and environmental sustainability. "KPKT is truly honoured to have Tzu-Chi as a strategic partner for Malaysia Cleanup Day 2025. With their involvement, I am confident that public participation will be wider and more impactful, potentially making history by attracting 100,000 participants in this massive community cleanup campaign," he said. During the meeting, Nga was also briefed on various community initiatives implemented or planned by Tzu-Chi, including welfare assistance programmes, recycling activities, cleanliness campaigns, and support for vulnerable groups. Tzu-Chi Malaysia has over 34,000 volunteers nationwide and is actively engaged in community service, humanitarian aid, and environmental sustainability initiatives. The organisation also operates 810 recycling drop-off points and 218 recycling centres nationwide.
