Chinese community has contributed a lot in Asajaya

November 18, 2015

FOR THE ALBUM: Datuk Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah posing with kindergarten pupils.

ASAJAYA: The Chinese community has contributed a lot to the development in the district as well as other surrounding areas.

Assistant Minister of Youth Development (Urban) Datuk Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the development was not only confined to economy but also include education.

He said this when delivering his speech during a prize- and certificates-giving ceremony at SJK Chung Hua Asajaya last night.

Touching on education, Abdul Karim said it was a well-known fact that the Chinese community had always placed great importance on knowledge acquired from a learning institution.

He added the establishment of SJK Chung Hua in Asajaya more than 80 years ago was a clear example of the enthusiasm which the Chinese community had in education.

Abdul Karim subsequently praised the community for accepting other races into the school when the government schools were yet established in the area.

The assistant minister added while the tolerant attitude was actually common in Sarawak, it  should be further fortified as to ensure that peace and harmony will always prevail in the state.

He warned that if there were no serious efforts made by all parties to preserve the existing peace and harmony, Sarawak will plunge into a chaotic state. -@ybkarimsays

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Datuk Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah presenting a cheque to the school's representative.

Performances by the students

Prizes and Certificates Presentation Ceremony

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