(Labuan, 2nd) To celebrate the 2026 Bingwu Year of the Horse Spring Festival and to promote the traditional virtue of filial piety and respect for the elderly, the Recreation Unit and Youth Wing of the Labuan Fuzhou Association jointly held the “2026 (Bingwu Year) Spring Festival and Filial Piety Respect for the Elderly Gala” last night at the association’s Lau Sze-Chuen Hall.
The gala received an enthusiastic response from members and villagers, with 41 tables set up and more than 400 guests from various places, committee members, the women’s group, the youth wing, and members with their families attending, creating a lively and heartwarming scene filled with a strong sense of community.
Dr. Lau Sze-Chuen, President of the Brunei Ten Townships Fuzhou Clan Association, led the committee members and youth wing to attend, while representatives from the Fuzhou Association Yongqing Tuan of Kuala Belait, Brunei and Limbang Fuzhou Association Yongqing Tuan also participated actively. The venue was festively decorated, full of Chinese New Year atmosphere. Fellow countrymen gathered together rarely, exchanging greetings and wishing each other “Great Fortune in the Year of the Horse,” creating a warm and harmonious atmosphere.
During the event, President Zeng Zuzong wished everyone all the best and good luck in the Year of the Horse in his speech. He especially thanked the villagers for their continued generous support and sponsorship over the years, as well as the enthusiastic purchase of tickets, which enabled the gala to be fully attended and run smoothly.
“Tonight we have set up 41 tables, filling the entire venue. This showcases the unity and strong sense of community among the Fuzhou compatriots.”
He also sincerely thanked all the organizing committee members, recreation unit, and youth wing for their hard work.
Zeng Zuzong said that expressing respect to elders during the Spring Festival is an unchanging purpose of the association. The event specially prepared gifts and red envelopes for elder compatriots, wishing them health and happiness.
“We have noticed that the number of elders being honored in the association increases year by year, meaning we have more senior members. But no matter what age, the association welcomes you to join this big family.”
At the same time, the gala also arranged a red envelope distribution session for the children present, wishing the youngsters a happy Year of the Horse and encouraging the spirit of respecting the elderly and loving the young to be passed on in Chinese culture.
Aside from celebrating the festival, the President also reported to fellow members on the association's progress.
He revealed that the Labuan Fuzhou Association will convene its members’ meeting on March 26 this year, when they will review the achievements of the past year's activities and plan the direction of the association’s affairs for the year, promoting more charitable activities.
“This year is also our election year, and I sincerely hope fellow members can make time to attend, united in selecting capable leaders to continue leading the association toward a better future.”
He emphasized that the association’s development requires everyone’s joint efforts, and more young people from Fuzhou are welcomed to join this big family, uniting the community and serving society.
During the evening, the organizing committee also thoughtfully arranged various entertainment programs, including song and dance performances, allowing all attendees to enjoy themselves. The gala ended successfully in a warm and joyful atmosphere, with everyone spending an affectionate and festive night together.
The Labuan Fuzhou Association was established in 1990 and has long been committed to connecting compatriots and promoting cultural, educational, and social welfare work. It passes on Chinese culture and strengthens community bonds through events such as annual Spring Festival galas and respect-for-the-elderly activities.
The gala received an enthusiastic response from members and villagers, with 41 tables set up and more than 400 guests from various places, committee members, the women’s group, the youth wing, and members with their families attending, creating a lively and heartwarming scene filled with a strong sense of community.
Dr. Lau Sze-Chuen, President of the Brunei Ten Townships Fuzhou Clan Association, led the committee members and youth wing to attend, while representatives from the Fuzhou Association Yongqing Tuan of Kuala Belait, Brunei and Limbang Fuzhou Association Yongqing Tuan also participated actively. The venue was festively decorated, full of Chinese New Year atmosphere. Fellow countrymen gathered together rarely, exchanging greetings and wishing each other “Great Fortune in the Year of the Horse,” creating a warm and harmonious atmosphere.
During the event, President Zeng Zuzong wished everyone all the best and good luck in the Year of the Horse in his speech. He especially thanked the villagers for their continued generous support and sponsorship over the years, as well as the enthusiastic purchase of tickets, which enabled the gala to be fully attended and run smoothly.
“Tonight we have set up 41 tables, filling the entire venue. This showcases the unity and strong sense of community among the Fuzhou compatriots.”
He also sincerely thanked all the organizing committee members, recreation unit, and youth wing for their hard work.
Zeng Zuzong said that expressing respect to elders during the Spring Festival is an unchanging purpose of the association. The event specially prepared gifts and red envelopes for elder compatriots, wishing them health and happiness.
“We have noticed that the number of elders being honored in the association increases year by year, meaning we have more senior members. But no matter what age, the association welcomes you to join this big family.”
At the same time, the gala also arranged a red envelope distribution session for the children present, wishing the youngsters a happy Year of the Horse and encouraging the spirit of respecting the elderly and loving the young to be passed on in Chinese culture.
Aside from celebrating the festival, the President also reported to fellow members on the association's progress.
He revealed that the Labuan Fuzhou Association will convene its members’ meeting on March 26 this year, when they will review the achievements of the past year's activities and plan the direction of the association’s affairs for the year, promoting more charitable activities.
“This year is also our election year, and I sincerely hope fellow members can make time to attend, united in selecting capable leaders to continue leading the association toward a better future.”
He emphasized that the association’s development requires everyone’s joint efforts, and more young people from Fuzhou are welcomed to join this big family, uniting the community and serving society.
During the evening, the organizing committee also thoughtfully arranged various entertainment programs, including song and dance performances, allowing all attendees to enjoy themselves. The gala ended successfully in a warm and joyful atmosphere, with everyone spending an affectionate and festive night together.
The Labuan Fuzhou Association was established in 1990 and has long been committed to connecting compatriots and promoting cultural, educational, and social welfare work. It passes on Chinese culture and strengthens community bonds through events such as annual Spring Festival galas and respect-for-the-elderly activities.