KOTA KINABALU: The “3rd FCAS Youth 7km Dragon Boat Sunset Run”, which is being held in conjunction with the upcoming “9th Federation of Chinese Associations Sabah (FCAS) International Dragon Boat Race 2024”, was officially launched for registration, today.
Announcing this in a brief statement issued today, the FCAS Vice President cum Youth and Sports Bureau Chief, Chang Jeng Yung, thus welcomed members of the public from all walks of life, to enthusiastically come forward to register and participate in it.
He highlighted that this year’s event is also part of the series of celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Malaysia and China. The unique “Dragon Boat Sunset Run” is scheduled to take place at the beautiful Likas Bay here, on June 8th (Saturday) at 4 PM.
Chang, who is also the Organising Chairman of the Dragon Boat Fun Run, said that the purpose of organizing the run is not only to support the “FCAS International Dragon Boat Race” which is being organized by the FCAS led by Tan Sri T.C Goh, but also to promote a healthy and active lifestyle, uphold the sportsmanship and fighting spirit of its youth division, and to demonstrate vigorous development of culture, sports, and tourism in Sabah and Kota Kinabalu in the new era.
He went on to note that the FCAS and members of the organizing committee, led by Goh, recently paid a courtesy call to Huang Shifang, the Chinese Consul General in Kota Kinabalu, and received strong support from her, where she gladly accepted the invitation to jointly officiate the flag-off ceremony of the “3rd FCAS Youth 7km Dragon Boat Sunset Run”, alongside the Sabah Youth and Sports Minister, Datuk Ellron Angin.
“We are grateful for their support. This event not only commemorates the 50th anniversary of Malaysia-China diplomatic relations but also aims to preserve and promote Chinese traditional culture, with special emphasis on the active participation of the youth, which is of profound significance,” said Chang.
He was also convinced that the Dragon Boat Sunset Run will attract a large number of people to participate and experience the joy of the event.
“This is not just a sports event, but also a grand cultural exchange and gathering for both local residents and visitors. We hope that through this event, we can further strengthen the friendly relations between the people of Malaysia and China, promote harmony and unity among various ethnic groups, and convey the concept of a positive and healthy lifestyle.”
“I believe no one would want to miss the Dragon Boat Sunset Run amidst the beautiful sunset and gentle sea breeze. I urge everyone to enthusiastically register and join us in celebrating this special event, experiencing a healthy lifestyle, besides witnessing the deep friendship between Malaysia and China,” he said.
The registration fee for the Dragon Boat Sunset Run is RM70 per person, and the registration deadline is Friday, May 31st. For more information, please call: +60 11 1882 0133, +60 19 533 9669, or visit the official Facebook page at: fcas_youth, for the latest updates.-pr/BNN
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