On 16 October 2025, the Hong Kong-ASEAN Foundation hosted a luncheon to extend heartfelt appreciation to the Malaysian community in Hong Kong, who has been playing a vital role in strengthening regional ties.

Mr Thomas Jefferson Wu, JP, Convenor of the Hong Kong-ASEAN Foundation Advisory Council, hosted the luncheon.  He was joined by distinguished partners and leaders with strong ties to the Malaysian community, including Consul-General Mr Muzambli Markam and senior consular officials from the Consulate-General of Malaysia in Hong Kong; Ms Gina Wong, Head of Students Trust Fund Subcommittee,and Ms Jo An Yee, Head of Trade & Services Subcommittee of The Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (Hong Kong and Macau); Ms Zhan Wong, Chairperson, and Ms Janice Chew, Honorary Legal Adviser of The Malaysian Association of Hong Kong; and Mr Jinghann Goh, President of the Hong Kong Malaysian Student Association.

Guests enjoyed meaningful conversations on strengthening partnerships through strategic collaborations as well as a thoughtfully curated menu in honour of the culinary traditions of Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong. 

We sincerely thank our partners for their continued support, and look forward to more collaborations to strengthen ties between Hong Kong and the ASEAN.