New China Consul General arrives in KK
KOTA KINABALU: Liang Caide, the new Consul General of the People's Republic of China in Kota Kinabalu, arrived in Sabah yesterday.
Speaking upon his arrival at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA), Liang said it was his first time stepping onto the Land Below the Wind but he had heard much about the beautiful scenery, simple and honest people, as well as plentiful resources.
"I am very pleased and honoured to have the opportunity to work here, and I am looking forward to the forthcoming work."
He said China and Malaysia were good neighbours, friends and partners.
"The China-Malaysia relationship is currently at its best time in history and Sabah-Labuan is an important stop on the Maritime Silk Road.
"Coming to serve as the consul general here at this juncture, I feel both the glory of the mission and the responsibility of the task," he said.
Liang said the consulate would continue to promote the friendship between China and Malaysia, as well as the cooperation and exchanges in various areas between the two places.
"The consulate general will continue to serve as the boat of friendship, the bridge of cooperation, the window of service, and the overseas home for Chinese citizens."
Liang is succeeding Chen Peijie, the first Consul General of the People's Republic of China in Kota Kinabalu, who had served in Sabah from January 30, 2015 to July 9, 2017.
He was warmly received by the Assistant Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment Datuk Pang Yuk Ming, Deputy Speaker of the State Legislative Assembly Datuk Dr Johnson Tee, Deputy Consul General of the People's Republic of China in Kota Kinabalu, Zhang He, Sabah United Chinese Chambers of Commerce (SUCCC) president Tan Sri Andrew Liew, SUCCC deputy president Datuk Ling Tiong Chai, SUCCC Supervisory Committee chairman Datuk Seri Panglima Chong Nyuk Yong, Malaysia-China Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) Sabah branch president Datuk Frankie Liew, MCCC national vice president Datuk Lau Kok Sing, Kota Kinabalu Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KKCCCI) president Datuk Michael Lui, Sabah Timber Association president Datuk James Hwong, Kota Kinabalu Hokkien Association president Datuk Clement Yeh, Ranau Chinese Chamber of Commerce president Datuk Jimmy Tham, Kota Kinabalu Hakka Association president Datuk Jimmy Yong, Labuan Chinese Chamber of Commerce president Datuk Wong Kii Yii, Assistant State Education Director of Chinese School Unit Tham Yun Fook and Ma Zhong Friendship Association Sabah president Dr Oh Ei Sun.