(Bandar Seri Begawan, 25th) The President of the Brunei Malay Yih Fuzhou Association, Huang Linming, stated at the opening ceremony of the Association's Dragon Boat Festival Food Fair that the Association is about to celebrate its 70th anniversary, always adhering to the purpose of "benefiting compatriots and giving back to society," and called on the new generation of Chinese successors to take on the responsibility of inheriting culture and promoting social development.
Chairman Huang pointed out that the leaders of the Chinese community shoulder the responsibility of connecting the past with the future. They should not only be concerned about family affairs and national issues but also pay attention to the welfare of vulnerable groups in society. He quoted the Confucian classic "Elderly whom I respect and the elderly of others; children whom I love and the children of others," illustrating the value and social role of the association. It is committed to ensuring that the elderly can live comfortably, the robust find utility in themselves, the young grow up, and the isolated, widowed, and weak have support.
In his speech, he specially mentioned that the Brunei Fuzhou Association has a precious history. In 1954, the famous calligrapher Yu Youren personally inscribed the words "Fuzhou Association," not only leaving a cultural treasure for the association but also conveying his lifelong commitment: "Establishing a heart for heaven and earth, establishing life for the people, continuing the lost teachings of the sages, and opening peace for all generations."
"This spirit is still the core concept of the association today."
As the leader of the current board of directors, he stated that the team, while facing challenges of manpower and resources, is still actively expanding organizational strength, dedicated to cultivating young successors to continue the mission and ideals of the Fuzhou Association.
He also quoted the 2022 population statistics, pointing out that Chinese people make up about 10% of the national population in Brunei, but the preservation status of Chinese traditional culture still needs improvement, and there is still a gap compared to neighboring Malaysia. He called on the Chinese community to work together to allow outstanding Chinese talents to shine in various fields.
As a seasoned educator, he reflected that many predecessors' wishes have not yet been realized. Now he is willing to inherit their legacy, "exhausting oneself and forgetting oneself until death," contributing his efforts to society and the education field.
During the event, Chairman Huang also quoted Ambassador Xiao's verse from the "Resonance of Arts" exhibition: "From afar, the mountains have color; up close, the water makes no sound; spring comes and goes, flowers remain; people come, birds are unafraid," and echoed Qu Yuan's patriotic spirit of sacrificing himself for the country, encouraging the young Chinese generation to find direction from history and discover personal value and mission from culture.
Chairman Huang pointed out that the leaders of the Chinese community shoulder the responsibility of connecting the past with the future. They should not only be concerned about family affairs and national issues but also pay attention to the welfare of vulnerable groups in society. He quoted the Confucian classic "Elderly whom I respect and the elderly of others; children whom I love and the children of others," illustrating the value and social role of the association. It is committed to ensuring that the elderly can live comfortably, the robust find utility in themselves, the young grow up, and the isolated, widowed, and weak have support.
In his speech, he specially mentioned that the Brunei Fuzhou Association has a precious history. In 1954, the famous calligrapher Yu Youren personally inscribed the words "Fuzhou Association," not only leaving a cultural treasure for the association but also conveying his lifelong commitment: "Establishing a heart for heaven and earth, establishing life for the people, continuing the lost teachings of the sages, and opening peace for all generations."
"This spirit is still the core concept of the association today."
As the leader of the current board of directors, he stated that the team, while facing challenges of manpower and resources, is still actively expanding organizational strength, dedicated to cultivating young successors to continue the mission and ideals of the Fuzhou Association.
He also quoted the 2022 population statistics, pointing out that Chinese people make up about 10% of the national population in Brunei, but the preservation status of Chinese traditional culture still needs improvement, and there is still a gap compared to neighboring Malaysia. He called on the Chinese community to work together to allow outstanding Chinese talents to shine in various fields.
As a seasoned educator, he reflected that many predecessors' wishes have not yet been realized. Now he is willing to inherit their legacy, "exhausting oneself and forgetting oneself until death," contributing his efforts to society and the education field.
During the event, Chairman Huang also quoted Ambassador Xiao's verse from the "Resonance of Arts" exhibition: "From afar, the mountains have color; up close, the water makes no sound; spring comes and goes, flowers remain; people come, birds are unafraid," and echoed Qu Yuan's patriotic spirit of sacrificing himself for the country, encouraging the young Chinese generation to find direction from history and discover personal value and mission from culture.