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By Li Cheng You

Sin Chew Daily, 14 Sep 2016

(Kuala Lumpur 13 Sep) The Associated Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry Malaysia (ACCCIM) will be embarking on a plan for Alibaba Group chairman Jack Ma to visit Malaysia, riding on the strength of Chinese corporations to lead the Malaysian economy to a new direction.

ACCCIM deputy president Tan Sri Lim Sing is currently attending the 13th China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning. When meeting Ma at the expo, he has raised the possibility of Ma to visit ASEAN and Malaysia.

Lim, in accepting a phone interview of Sin Chew Daily, said when dealing with Ma, he was quick to realise the latter’s new vision of development in ASEAN and looking forward to start a “Belt and Road” tour and visit Malaysia.

Convinced by his smart thoughts

Lim said he is convinced by Ma’s smart thought on corporate development. Ma has many unique views. He is convinced by Ma’s capability in leading the largest corporation in China.

At the opening ceremony of 13th China-ASEAN expo held in Nanning yesterday, Ma said China – ASEAN region is the most populated economic alliance. ASEAN is the most dynamic region in global economy offering hope and opportunities.

“Alibaba would expand its development and investment in ASEAN regions.”

Lim said after listening to Ma’s speech and when both had private conservation, he felt that the time is right for ACCCIM to embark its effort on planning Ma’s visit to Malaysia.

He is frank that if ACCCIM is capable of getting Ma to visit Malaysia for the first time, it would be generating new models for corporate, business, e-commerce, digital properties and future developments.

Drastic change for all sectors in next 30 years

He agrees with Ma’s view that all industries and sectors would undergo drastic changes in the next 30 years. Data would be the core resources.

“Ma has new views on ASEAN. He has also touched on new technology bringing development to developing countries with leaps and bounds. E-commerce is able to play a key role in future in ASEAN economy.”

Lim leads more than 20 ACCCIM council members for a five-day trip in Nanning. He is scheduled to return to Malaysia tomorrow.

Lim said unlike other corporate tycoons, Ma is down to earth like an old friend.

He hoped to continue on work to have Ma visit Malaysia after returning home for this corporate genius to step foot on Malaysia.

Sin Chew proposes Ma for a visit to Malaysia through Alibaba official website

Through Alibaba’s official website, Sin Chew Daily has inquired about Ma’s intention to visit ASEAN and Malaysia.

Sin Chew Daily also relayed the message of Malaysian corporates, business circle, e-commerce, data development and even cultural and property sectors are looking forward to Ma visiting Malaysia.