GUANGZHOU: The Malaysia-China Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) Sabah and chambers of commerce from China have signed five memoranda of understanding (MoUs), including one focused on ginseng trade, to strengthen their strategic trade partnership.
Sabah Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry Minister Datuk Jamawi Jaafar witnessed the signing ceremony between MCCC Sabah President Datuk Dexter Lau and the following representatives: Guangzhou Overseas Chinese Chamber of Commerce Vice President Xie JianHua; Guangzhou Chamber of Commerce for Outbound Business Vice President Shan Tao; Xingtai Chamber of Commerce President Liu Ning; Jilin Northeast Asia Trade Chamber of Commerce President Fan Qiuhong; and Jilin Ginseng Chamber of Commerce President Du Zhansheng.
Under the MoUs, MCCC Sabah and the five Chinese chambers agreed to promote trade and investment cooperation.
The agreements were signed tonight at the Malaysia–China Guangzhou Networking Dinner.
In his speech, Jamawi praised MCCC Sabah, led by Datuk Dexter, for its dedication and hard work in strengthening business ties between Malaysia and China.
“Organising a programme of this scale requires significant preparation, coordination and commitment.
“MCCC Sabah has demonstrated its vital role in connecting businesses, advancing international engagement and helping Sabah enterprises uncover opportunities in China.
“I commend Datuk Dexter Lau and his team for their vision and sustained commitment,” he said.
Jamawi hoped MCCC Sabah would continue to work closely with MAFFI and relevant government agencies to facilitate targeted business matching, attract prospective investors and build practical partnerships in agriculture, fisheries and the food industry.
“We expect this visit to deliver tangible outcomes, including new trade opportunities, broader market access, technology transfer and investment partnerships that benefit Sabah and China alike,” he said.
Earlier, Datuk Dexter said MCCC Sabah was continuing to strengthen Malaysia-China economic and trade ties through a business delegation visit to Guangzhou, focused on agriculture, fisheries, food processing and modern technology.
He said the visit aimed to provide deeper insight into China’s development in these sectors while exploring new opportunities for business partnerships, investment and trade for Sabah’s business community.
