Chow Leads Delegation On Five-day Visit To Boost Penang-Anhui Ties
GEORGE TOWN, Nov 23 (Bernama) -- Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow is leading Penang’s delegation to Anhui Province, China, from today to Nov 27, to strengthen collaboration particularly in the areas of technological innovation, industrial cooperation, economic and trade exchanges as well as cultural linkages.
In a statement today, the Penang Chief Minister’s Office said the visit also serves as a follow-up to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on strengthening friendly and cooperative relations signed between both governments in April this year.
“Since then, ties between Penang and Anhui have continued to deepen, building solid mutual trust and laying a strong foundation for comprehensive and pragmatic cooperation in the years ahead.
“The visit also at the invitation of the Anhui Provincial People's Government,” according to the statement.
During the visit, Chow is scheduled to pay a courtesy call on the Governor of Anhui Province, Wang Qingxian and hold discussions with leaders from both the Anhui Provincial Government and the Hefei Municipal Government on matters covering investment, technological innovation and other areas of shared interest.
The Chief Minister will also visit several enterprises and scientific research institutions in Hefei to observe developments in semiconductors, quantum technology, advanced manufacturing and frontier scientific research.
These engagements are expected to help identify collaborative opportunities and potential synergies for Penang’s industrial ecosystem.
Chow, in the same statement, stressed that the working visit is strategically significant as it will deepen Penang’s ties with Anhui while expanding cooperation in high technology, green energy and future-oriented industries - key sectors for Penang’s continued growth and competitiveness.
Chow is accompanied by Penang State Assembly Speaker Datuk Seri Law Choo Kiang, along with state government officials, agency representatives and key business leaders.
-- BERNAMA
