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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.
Free Malaysia Today
23-04-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia sees ‘significant progress' in educational ties with China
Higher education minister Zambry Abdul Kadir said the successful operation of Xiamen University Malaysia is an example of how Chinese universities are expanding their presence and partnerships in Malaysia. (Xiamen University Malaysia pic) RIYADH : Higher education minister Zambry Abdul Kadir said Chinese president Xi Jinping's recent visit was highly significant, opening new avenues for collaboration in education, scientific research, and other sectors of bilateral cooperation. China-Malaysia relations have advanced steadily in recent years, with significant progress in education, the minister said in a recent interview with Xinhua in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. Bilateral cooperation in education is growing rapidly, especially in technical and vocational education and training, which has become a key area, Zambry said. China's strengths in green technology, electric vehicles, and other emerging sectors have provided strong support for Malaysia's educational and industrial development, he added. In higher education, Zambry said many Malaysian students are pursuing technical training in China while Chinese universities are expanding their presence and partnerships in Malaysia. Citing the successful operation of Xiamen University Malaysia as an example, he said that several top Chinese universities have shown strong interest in deepening collaboration. 'We are witnessing not only cooperation between universities, but also mutual trust at people-to-people levels,' Zambry said, adding that both sides are encouraging youth exchanges. 'These students represent the future of China-Malaysia relations. Investing in education is a strategic investment in the future.' The earlier the two sides cultivate mutual understanding and trust within the younger generation, the stronger the foundation will be for long-term cooperation, he added. Looking ahead, Zambry identified artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and green technologies as key areas with strong potential for future collaboration between Chinese and Malaysian universities. 'Since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1974, the friendship and cooperation between our two countries has continued to grow,' he said, adding that education has become one of the most important pillars of bilateral ties. He said cooperation in education not only benefits the people but serves as a model for partnerships among the Global South countries.
The Star
23-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Malaysia sees significant progress in educational ties with China, says Zambry
RIYADH: Malaysia's Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir said Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent visit is highly significant, opening new avenues for collaboration in education, scientific research, and various other sectors of bilateral cooperation. China-Malaysia relations have advanced steadily in recent years, with significant progress in education, the minister said in a recent interview with Xinhua in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. Bilateral cooperation in education is growing rapidly, especially in technical and vocational education and training, which has become a key area, Zambry said. China's strengths in green technology, electric vehicles and other emerging sectors have provided strong support for Malaysia's educational and industrial development, he said. In higher education, Zambry highlighted that many Malaysian students are pursuing technical training in China. At the same time, Chinese universities are expanding their presence and partnerships in Malaysia. Citing the successful operation of Xiamen University Malaysia as a prime example, he said that several top Chinese universities have shown strong interest in deepening collaboration. "We are witnessing not only cooperation between universities, but also mutual trust at people-to-people levels," Zambry said, adding that both sides are encouraging youth exchanges. "These students represent the future of China-Malaysia relations," the minister said. "Investing in education is a strategic investment in the future." The earlier the two sides cultivate mutual understanding and trust among the younger generation, the stronger the foundation will be for long-term cooperation, he added. Looking ahead, Zambry identified artificial intelligence, augmented reality and green technologies as key areas with strong potential for future collaboration between Chinese and Malaysian universities. "Since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1974, the friendship and cooperation between our two countries have continued to grow," he said, adding that education has become one of the most important pillars of the bilateral ties. The educational cooperation between the two countries not only benefits both peoples but serves as a model for partnerships among countries of the Global South, Zambry said. — Bernama-Xinhua
Malay Mail
23-04-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Zambry: Xi's visit marks new chapter in Malaysia-China education collaboration
RIYADH, April 23 — Malaysia's Higher Education Minister, Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir, said Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent visit is highly significant, opening new avenues for collaboration in education, scientific research, and various other sectors of bilateral cooperation. China-Malaysia relations have advanced steadily in recent years, with significant progress in education, the minister said in a recent interview with Xinhua in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. Bilateral cooperation in education is growing rapidly, especially in technical and vocational education and training, which has become a key area, Zambry said. China's strengths in green technology, electric vehicles and other emerging sectors have provided strong support for Malaysia's educational and industrial development, he said. In higher education, Zambry highlighted that many Malaysian students are pursuing technical training in China. At the same time, Chinese universities are expanding their presence and partnerships in Malaysia. Citing the successful operation of Xiamen University Malaysia as a prime example, he said that several top Chinese universities have shown strong interest in deepening collaboration. 'We are witnessing not only cooperation between universities, but also mutual trust at people-to-people levels,' Zambry said, adding that both sides are encouraging youth exchanges. 'These students represent the future of China-Malaysia relations,' the minister said. 'Investing in education is a strategic investment in the future.' The earlier the two sides cultivate mutual understanding and trust among the younger generation, the stronger the foundation will be for long-term cooperation, he added. Looking ahead, Zambry identified artificial intelligence, augmented reality and green technologies as key areas with strong potential for future collaboration between Chinese and Malaysian universities. 'Since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1974, the friendship and cooperation between our two countries have continued to grow,' he said, adding that education has become one of the most important pillars of the bilateral ties. The educational cooperation between the two countries not only benefits both peoples but serves as a model for partnerships among countries of the Global South, Zambry said. — Bernama
