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Daily Express
10-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Green energy needs regional cooperation: Madius
Published on: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jun 10, 2025 Text Size: Madius (centre) speaking on CHINA-ASEAN energy cooperation at the 2025 RCEP Member States Cooperation Dialogue. Kuala Lumpur: Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd (Sabah Electricity) Chairman Datuk Seri Wilfred Madius Tangau has called for deeper Asean–China energy cooperation to help build a green and interconnected energy future. He made the call during the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Industry Cooperation Conference held recently, at the invitation of Sabah China Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) President Datuk Frankie Liew and Tan Siew Ling, Vice President and Chairperson of the Women Entrepreneurs Committee. Advertisement As a keynote speaker and forum panellist, Madius highlighted that Asean is at a critical juncture in its energy transition and underscored the importance of striking a balance between reliability, affordability and sustainability in power supply. He said China, as a global leader in energy technology and industrial development, could play a pivotal role in supporting Asean's green transition through technology sharing, investment and technical expertise. 'To realise these goals, regional collaboration is vital. Working closely with global leaders such as China, and engaging in the exchange of technology, investments and knowledge, will accelerate our progress,' he said. Madius cited Malaysia's proactive development in solar photovoltaic (PV) energy and its close cooperation with other Asean nations as a reflection of the country's strong commitment to a sustainable and integrated regional energy landscape. He said Malaysia, through strategic partnerships, technological innovation and policy leadership, is playing a key role in driving the region's energy transition. 'China's advancements in photovoltaic module manufacturing are set to play a crucial role in the global shift towards renewable energy,' he added. Madius also commended the organisers of the conference and congratulated them on the establishment of the China–Asean Photovoltaic Industry Cooperation Committee and the China–Asean New Energy Vehicle Industry Cooperation Committee. He expressed hope that these new mechanisms would foster deeper collaboration in key green sectors, particularly photovoltaics and new energy vehicles, across the region. During the conference, Madius also introduced Sabah Electricity to international delegates. He explained that the company is 83 per cent owned by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), 17 per cent by the Sabah State Government, with the Ministry of Finance Malaysia holding a one per cent 'golden share.' He said Sabah, located in East Malaysia, faces unique challenges in power grid infrastructure due to its geographical landscape, but holds immense potential in advancing the green energy agenda. 'As the main utility provider for Sabah and the Federal Territory of Labuan, Sabah Electricity currently serves over 700,000 customers. Beyond supplying power, the company is committed to promoting energy diversification and enhancing efficiency to accelerate the transition towards a sustainable energy structure, contributing to Malaysia's national goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050,' he said, wishing the conference every success and hoping for closer collaboration among all parties to usher in a new era of regional energy cooperation. * 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
Borneo Post
09-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
China's new energy, auto firms invited to invest in Sabah
Frankie Liew (fourth from right), Wilfred Madius Tangau (fourth from left), Peter Chia (third from left) and Tan Siew Ling (third from right) attending the RCEP Dialogue Conference. KOTA KINABALU (June 9): China's new energy and automotive companies have been invited to invest in Sabah and establish manufacturing plants and regional hubs to tap into the growing ASEAN market. The invitation was extended by Sabah China Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) President Datuk Frankie Liew during the inauguration ceremony of the China–ASEAN New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Industry Cooperation Council in Hefei, Anhui, China. Liew emphasized Sabah's unique geographic position and favorable policy environment, positioning it as a potential green industrial hub that links China, ASEAN, and the global market. 'Malaysia is undergoing a critical energy transition, with gradual fuel subsidy reforms making traditional fuel vehicle operations more expensive. This creates a conducive environment for the development of NEVs,' he said. Highlighting Sabah's abundant solar resources and national-level strategies to promote electric vehicles, build charging infrastructure, and upgrade the power grid, Liew said these factors lay a strong foundation for NEV industry growth. 'Sabah's strategic location in Southeast Asia, its young population, and high receptiveness to new technologies provide a solid market base and significant growth potential for the NEV industry,' he added. Liew also outlined SCCC's proactive efforts in fostering China–Malaysia economic cooperation and reiterated the chamber's commitment to facilitating Chinese investment in Sabah. He proposed the joint establishment of a China–ASEAN New Energy Industry Community of Shared Future. He stressed that participating in the China–ASEAN NEV Industry Cooperation Council offers a rare opportunity for meaningful exchange and collaboration. 'The SCCC will continue to act as a bridge between governments and enterprises, supporting Sabah businesses in expanding overseas while providing comprehensive assistance to Chinese companies entering Sabah and the ASEAN market,' he said. Liew affirmed SCCC's dedication to promoting mutually beneficial partnerships and expressed confidence in the prospects of new energy collaboration between China and ASEAN. He was joined at the event by SCCC Vice President and Women Entrepreneurs Committee chairperson Tan Siew Ling, and committee member Datuk Peter Chia. The SCCC delegation also participated in the RCEP Member States Dialogue on Cooperation in NEVs and Advanced Photovoltaic Industry Chains, with Sabah Electricity chairman Datuk Seri Panglima Wilfred Madius Tangau, held from June 3–5 in Hefei. During the conference, the Hefei Initiative on Cooperation in NEV and Advanced PV Industry Chains among RCEP Member States was released. It urged participants to leverage their respective strengths and deepen industrial collaboration in NEVs, photovoltaics, and energy storage — aiming to build a complementary, collaborative ecosystem and expand international markets for mutual benefit. Xu Ningning, chairman of the RCEP Industrial Cooperation Committee, emphasized the role of cooperation mechanisms in boosting trade and investment, calling for their active establishment to enhance structured collaboration. Edmund Araga, president of both the Asian Federation of Electric Vehicle Associations and the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines, noted that China's expertise combined with ASEAN's dynamic market can foster a regional EV ecosystem and make electric vehicles mainstream. Several key initiatives were also launched at the event: Official inauguration of the overseas liaison offices of the Hefei Chamber of International Commerce in Malaysia and Cambodia. Launch of a municipal-level overseas economic and trade cooperation zone in Cambodia. Signing of multiple RCEP-related MoUs and cooperation projects. Release of the Hefei Cooperation Needs List outlining 47 cooperation demands in capacity investment, raw materials, and talent exchange for NEVs, photovoltaics, and energy storage. Launch of Hefei's unified 'Five Foreign Synergies' digital portal, covering foreign trade, investment, outsourcing, economy, and talent.
Borneo Post
09-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Madius calls for stronger ASEAN-China energy ties to boost green future
Madius (centre) speaking on CHINA-ASEAN energy cooperation at the 2025 RCEP Member States Cooperation Dialogue. KOTA KINABALU (June 9): Sabah Electricity chairman Datuk Seri Panglima Wilfred Madius Tangau called for deeper ASEAN–China energy cooperation to build a green and interconnected energy future. Madius, who is also a former Deputy Chief Minister of Sabah, made the call while attending the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Industry Cooperation Conference in Hefei, Anhui, China on June 3 to 5 Madius was invited as a keynote speaker and forum guest by Sabah China Chamber of Commerce president Datuk Frankie Liew, and Tan Siew Ling, Vice President and Chairperson of the Women Entrepreneurs Committee. When speaking about regional energy cooperation, he noted that ASEAN is currently at a critical juncture in its energy transition, and it is essential to strike a balance between power reliability, affordability and sustainability. He emphasized that China, as a global leader in energy technology and industrial development, can play a positive role in ASEAN's green development through its support in technology, investment and expertise. 'To achieve these goals, regional cooperation is vital. Collaborating with global leaders like China and engaging in exchanges of technology, investment and knowledge will accelerate our development efforts,' said Madius. He specifically highlighted Malaysia's proactive development in solar photovoltaic (PV) energy and its close collaboration with ASEAN countries in renewable energy as a reflection of its commitment to a sustainable and integrated regional energy future. He also stressed that through strategic cooperation, technological innovation, band policy leadership, Malaysia is playing a key role in driving the region's energy transition. 'China's breakthroughs in photovoltaic module manufacturing are poised to play a crucial role in the global renewable energy transformation,' he added. Madius praised the organization of the conference and extended his congratulations on the establishment of the China–ASEAN Photovoltaic Industry Cooperation Committee and the China–ASEAN New Energy Vehicle Industry Cooperation Committee. He expressed hope that these two mechanisms would effectively promote deep cooperation in key green sectors such as photovoltaics and new energy vehicles within the region. During the meeting, Madius introduced Sabah Electricity to delegates from various countries. The company is 83% owned by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), 17% by the Sabah State Government, while Malaysia's Ministry of Finance holds a 1% 'golden share.' He noted that Sabah, located in East Malaysia, faces challenges in power grid infrastructure due to its unique geographical setting, but also holds great potential for driving green energy transformation. 'As the main utility company serving Sabah and the Federal Territory of Labuan, Sabah Electricity currently serves over 700,000 customers. Beyond its power supply mission, it is also committed to promoting energy diversification and improving efficiency to accelerate the shift towards a sustainable energy structure, contributing to Malaysia's national vision of carbon neutrality by 2050.' He concluded by wishing the conference great success and expressed his hopes to work hand in hand with all parties to usher in a new phase of regional energy cooperation.
Daily Express
10-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Nature Coffee puts Sabah on the map at China festival
Published on: Saturday, May 10, 2025 Published on: Sat, May 10, 2025 Text Size: Kota Kinabalu: Nature Coffee from Sabah was the sole international brand invited to be featured in the Smoke and Fire Coffee Festival held in Tongmeng Ancient Town, Huojia County, Zhengzhou. The event gathered over 40 coffee brands from cities including Beijing, Shanghai, and Chengdu for tastings, sales, and workshops. Nature Coffee, co-founded by Sabah China Chamber of Commerce vice-president Chiew Heng Hock and vice-chairman Dick Lee, used the opportunity to showcase Sabah's unique Catimor variety and foster international collaboration across the coffee supply chain. Visitors were treated to the rich, complex aroma of Sabah-grown beans, with notes of popcorn, genmaicha, and grapefruit, offering both a sensory and cultural exchange experience. The festival coincided with the May Day holiday and featured concerts, traditional performances, local delicacies, and cultural crafts, creating a lively atmosphere that celebrated coffee and Chinese heritage. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * 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
