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NC CM visiting Pn Sabariah and her children at Kg Permatang Pasir.

Northern Chapter Assistance to Pn Sabariah bte Murat
18 Oct 21
NC Committee Members led by Ng Chor Huat visited Pn Sabarian bte Murat and her children at their home in Kg Permatang Pasir, Permatang Pauh, Seberang Perai yesterday morning. Pn Sabariah, a single mother for 16 years have four children. Her 42 years old eldest son fractured his pelvic bone 5 months ago and require monthly blood transfusion and 2 other children are partially disabled.

The visit by the NC MACVs brought cheers to her and her children. She was presented with food assistances and a donation of six hundred ringgit. Helping deserving Malaysian is one of MACVA objective and we would like to express our sincere gratitudes to Northern Chapter for organising this noble effort. We wish Pn Sabariah all the best in her future undertakings and pray that her children will get well soon.

Ng Chor Huat presenting NC Angpow donation to Pn Sabariah.

WHY WE SHOULD BE GRATEFUL TO VETERANS
16 May 21
There is a great misconception in Malaysia that in peacetime, the Military does not play any significant role in the economy or security of the country. As a veteran, I have on many occasions heard negative and naive opinions expressed about this like “We don’t have any wars, so why do we have a Military force?; The Military in Malaysia ‘makan-tidur’ only”. As I hear these views, I get very irritated, frustrated, and angry as it tells me that many Malaysians do not understand the roles and functions of the Military and why we should have a strong, standing Defense Force at all times.

We must at all times realize that the Military’s main role is in war. The Military is an insurance policy the country takes to defend its sovereignty and its status as an independent nation. The Military hates wars because they understand the horrors it can bring. As General Douglas MacArthur once said: “The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war.” But if there is a war, rest assured that clear concerted action will be undertaken by the Military to safeguard the sovereignty and national interests of the country. We must, therefore, honor and appreciate this noble institution, as the peace we are currently enjoying is due to their efforts.

Importantly, we must also never forget all the veterans who have served their tenure of service in the Military loyally and faithfully in the prime of their youth. This was especially so during the Indonesian confrontation and the communist insurgency from 1968 to 1989. These veterans are the ones who have been responsible for providing the country with the peace and harmony that we have enjoyed ever since independence. Without this peace, the country would not have been able to develop to the stage it is in today. These veterans served with integrity, honor, courage, and also made numerous sacrifices for the greater good of the nation. From that perspective, the citizens of Malaysia owe a debt of gratitude to them for all their sacrifices to this great country of ours.

So, in honor of every one of these veterans from the Army, Air Force, and Navy, here I would like to state why the public should be more appreciative of them.

1. Veterans have risked their lives to allow the citizens of this country to enjoy the peace and freedom we have experienced all these years. Whilst in uniform, they protected and served us without complaint, every single day, come rain or shine. They would be there in isolated bases, in the deepest jungles, and on the high seas, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, to ensure that the country was free from any kind of threat. In the process, they made many, many sacrifices including being away from their loved ones, living in discomfort because of dreadful conditions, and suffering from the mental anxiety of knowing that any day could be their last! They underwent all this hardship without any form of protest or complaint to ensure that the citizens of this country could go about their activities freely.

2. Much of what they do is unknown to the public and is only publicized when a disaster occurs, such as the one that occurred in Indonesia recently. This was when the submarine KRI Nanggala broke up and sank, leaving all 53 crewmen dead. This tragedy shook the consciousness of Indonesians as it clearly illustrated the sacrifices and enormous risks servicemen undertake in the course of their work to ensure the safety and security of the nation.

3. A lot of appreciation and recognition must also be given to the families of veterans. They have played a critical ‘behind the scenes’ role by giving physical and emotional support to these veterans all the time. For example, one of the things we veterans all looked out for during our operational duties was a simple food parcel from home, especially during festive occasions! You could not put a monetary value on these parcels as they were more than worth their weight in gold!! It was simple gestures like this that made the veteran's stint in these operational areas less stressful. In that context, the sacrifices made by these families are immeasurable, and they are also worthy of our respect and admiration.

So my advice to all Malaysians is this; the next time you see a Military serviceman, or a veteran, please take a moment and think about what this man or woman has done for the country and to you as an individual. They do not know you, yet they voluntarily and willingly would have laid down their lives so that you and all the other citizens of this country could live in a free and safe environment. These veterans, therefore, deserve the highest degree of respect and appreciation for this honorable and noble gesture!

Lt Col Heera Singh (Retired) served in the Malaysian Armed Forces for over twenty years.
Prinipal of HEERA Training and Management Consultancy PLT
www.heera.com.my

(Note: This article reflects the author's views and not necessarily those of MACVA. It was published by New Straits Times on Saturday 15 May 21.)

HONOURING LATE TAN SRI DATUK DR. NG TECK FONG
23 Mar 21
The late Tan Sri Dr. Ng Teck Fong was a renown local entrepreneur, being the founder of Tomei Consolidated Bhd, a 50 year old jewellery based company in Malaysia. At the same time he was the Chairman of the Malaysian Chinese History Museum located at Wisma Hua Zong, Sri Kembangan. He paased away on 21 March 2021, aged 84. May his soul rest in peace.

MACVA was introduced to the late Tan Sri sometime in mid 2019 by Bro Ng Joo Chay (CM Public Relations). It was our intention to seek his help to translate our Memoirs of Veterans into Mandarin. At the same time an offer was extended to MACVA to showcase military related exhibits at the Museum. Discussions were held but had to be deferred for some technical reasons.

This afternoon the President, Brig Gen Datuk Goh Seng Toh RMAF (Retired) and four CMs comprising:-
Hon Sec - Lt Col Wong Ah Jit (Retired)
VP Army - Maj David Chow Yun Kai (Retired)
CM - Lt Col Carol Loo Lee Fum (Retired)
PR - Maj Ng Joo Chay (Retired);
paid their last respects at the Wake Service at Nirvana 2, Jalan Dewan Bahasa, Kuala Lumpur.

It was a grand affair befitting the man of his stature.

David Chow

MACVA team led by Datuk Goh paying their last respect to late Tan Sri Dr. Ng Teck Fong.
MACVA Visit Malaysian Chinese Museum on 17 Mar 2019.
During the visit Ng Joo Chay presented a Chinese Calligraphy which he wrote himself to the late Tan Sri Datuk Dr. Ng Teck Fong.
L to R:Ng Joo Chay, Chen Ka Kim, Wong Ah Jit, the late Tan Sri Datuk Dr. Ng Teck Fong, Joe Pie Chong Seng, Lim Wai Fah, Mike Teoh Chong Kooi.
L-R: CHONG KOK HING, FOO AH CHENG, TAN MENG SENG, DAVID FU CHEE MING PGB.

MACVA MEMBERS PAID THE LAST RESPECT TO THE PAHLAWAN NEGARA THE LATE SGT DATO’ (DR) AWANG AK RAWENG GC
21 Sep 20
The MACVA members from the Sarawak Chapter represented the President and members of MACVA paid their last respect to the Pahlawan Negara the Late Sgt Dato’ (Dr) Awang Ak Raweng GC who passed peacefully on Friday 18 September 2020 at Sri Aman, Sarawak. The Sarawak Chapter members present at the Dewan Suarah, Kuching for the funeral ceremony are as follows:

1. Lt Col Chong Kok Hing - Arty - Chairman Sarawak Chapter
2. Maj Foo Ah Cheng - Engr
3. 2Lt David Fu Chee Ming PGB - Rgr
4. Cpl Tan Meng Seng - Sig

MACVA donated RM3,000.00 to the family of the Late Sgt Dato’ (Dr) Awang Ak Raweng. The donation was handed over by the Sarawak Chapter Chairman at the St Thomas Church, Kuching to the Mr Pantau Ak Raweng, son of the Late Sgt Dato’ (Dr) Awang Ak Raweng.

The President and members of MACVA would like to extend our appreciation to the Chairman of the Sarawak Chapter and the members who took time off to represent MACVA at the funeral of the Late Sgt Dato’ (Dr) Awang Ak Raweng at the Dewan Suarah, Kuching this morning.

Hon Secretary

THE HONOUR
CHONG KOK HING, CHAIRMAN SARAWAK CHAPTER HANDED THE MACVA DONATION TO MR PANTAU AK RAWENG.
L-R: TAN MENG SENG, DAVID FU CHEE MING PGB, CHONG KOK HING, FOO AH CHENG.

Published by Sin Chew on 22 Sep 20.

MACVA Team with Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon. L to R: Hon Sec Wong Ah Jit, President Datuk Goh Seng Toh, Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon, Godfrey Chang & Ng Joo Chay.

MEETING ON TRANSLATION OF MOV TO MANDARIN WITH THE EDITORIAL BOARD OF SIN CHEW JIT POH ARRANGED BY TAN SRI DR KOH TSU KOON
10 Sep 20
The translation of MOV to mandarin meeting was held at Uncle Lim’s Subang Parade this afternoon from 12.30pm to 2.30pm. It was a major breakthrough for MACVA. The Sin Chew Jit Poh Editorial Board led by the Editor-in-Chief was given a detailed brief on the MOV by Godfrey Chang. The Sin Chew was extremely impressed with the effort of MACVA in producing the MOV. They agreed with MACVA that the MOV is to be translated into mandarin for wider readership. MACVA can take pride that the MOV shall become the first ever story book on the Malaysian Armed Forces in mandarin.

A quick telephone call was made by the Sin Chew during the meeting to the biggest Chinese publisher, The Popular Bookstore (M) Sdn Bhd to seek their assistance. We are pleased to inform that the Popular Bookstore (M) Sdn Bhd has agreed to undertake fully the task of translating the MOV to mandarin. Details of the translation arrangement will be made known after the formal meeting with the Popular Bookstore (M) Sdn Bhd which will be held soonest.

The meeting then went on to discuss the situation of the Chinese in Malaysia. The Chinese must stand tall (pride & dignity) and stand firmly on ground (our rights based on loyalty and commitment) in Malaysia and to rightfully claim our rights and position. Sin Chew and other Chinese media are to continuously highlight MACVA activities and also highlighting other non-military Chinese achievements. Chinese media is to assist in encouraging Chinese youths to join the Armed Forces.

On behalf of the MACVA and the MOV Editorial Board, we would like to extend our utmost gratitude to Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon for his personal interest in assisting MACVA to get the MOV to be translated into mandarin. We also would like to thank the Sin Chew Jit Poh’s Editorial Board who turned up in full force at today’s meeting and helped to seal the translation arrangement with the Popular Bookstore (M) Sdn Bhd. The full support from the Sin Chew is a rare honour given to MACVA.

This historic meeting was made possible through the close association of our senior RMN member Lt Cdr Khoo Kay Seang from Penang with Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon. Thank you Sir and we also would like to take this opportunity to wish Lt Cdr Khoo Kay Seang a speedy recovery from his medical treatment.

Lastly, we would like to say a big thank you our President for his generosity in sponsoring the special lunch from the Uncle Lim’s.

Hon Secretary

THE SIN CHEW EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS. L TO R: Mr Chen Yoke Lim - Deputy Executive Editor, Mr Kuik Cheng Kang - Editor-in-Chief, Datuk Pook Ah Lek - Editorial Advisor & Miss Hwn Yau Len - Executive Editor.
Godfrey Chang briefing the MOV to Sin Chew Editotial Board Members. L to R: Godfrey Chang, Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon, Mr President & Hon Sec.
LR: Lim Wai Fah, Godfrey Chang, Tan Sri Datuk Seri Pnglima (Dr) Goh Tian Chuan JP, Datuk Goh Seng Toh, Wong Ah Jit, Ng Joo Chay, Yong Yew Wei.

MACV Courtesy Call On HuaZong (The Federation Of Chinese Associations of Malaysia)
2 Sep 20
Malaysia Armed Forces Chinese Veterans Association (MACVA) led by its President Brig Gen Datuk Goh Seng Toh RMAF (Retired) paid a Courtesy call on HuaZong President Tan Sri Datuk Seri Pnglima (Dr) Goh Tian Chuan JP on 28 Aug 20. The MACVs present were:-
Lt Col Wong Ah Jit (Retired),Hon Secretary,
Maj Godfrey Chang (Retired),
Maj Lim Wai Fah RMAF (Retired) and
Maj Ng Joo Chay (Retired).

Tan Sri Datuk Seri Pnglima (Dr) Goh Tian Chuan JP was a former Assistant Superintendent of Sabah Police Special Branch. In his welcome speech, he says that he had great respect and concern for the welfare of Veterans, as they were his close counter parts during the past turbulence times of the country.

The experiences that he had gains in those period have help him greatly in his later business development. He stressed that it is important to instil patriotism in schools and cultivate programs to encourage Chinese Youth to joint the military and the police force. HuaZong Assistant Hon Secretary Mr Yong Yew Wei was present during the meeting.

During the meeting, Datuk Goh Seng Toh gave a brief account of MACVA activities for the past 4 years. MACVA hope to cooperate with various Chinese Association in Chinese Youth Recruitment and avenues of higher education in Universiti Pertahaanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM).

On the Memoirs of the Malaysian Armed Forces Veterans (MoV), MACVA took 3 years to produce the and achieved a sales of 4500 books. MACVA wish to translate and publish the MoV in Mandarin, as it is a very important historical document which records the contributions and sacrifices of Malaysian Chinese in protecting the peace and sovereignty of the nation.

MACVA have allocated a number of MoV's for Chinese Independent Schools and SMJK libraries. It's objectives is to instil patriotism among Chinese Youth and to remind them that they should always be vigilant and never take the peace that the country is bless with for granted.

Datuk Goh Seng Toh presented Tan Sri Datuk Seri Pnglima (Dr) Goh Tian Chuan JP with a copy of MoV and MACVA gift bag at the meeting. MACVA would like to express it sincere gratitudes to Tan Sri Datuk Seri Pnglima (Dr) Goh Tian Chuan JP and HuaZong for accommodating the meeting.

Maj Ng Joo Chay (Retired)

All present toast to a successful meeting and future collaborations.

Published by Sin Chew on 31 Aug 20.

Mohd Khairul receiving his new Honda 150cc from motorcycle supplier Cik Azlina in Alor Setar.

MACVA Present LK I Mohd Khairul Ismail With New Honda 150cc Motorcycle
18 Aug 20
LK I Mohd Khairul Ismail received his Honda 150cc motorcycle from the Malaysian Armed Forces Chinese Association (MACVA) in Alor Setar on 17 Aug 20. The new motorcycle costing RM8,900.00 was presented to him through motorcycle supplier Cik Azlina. Mohd Khairul had recently recovered from the injuries that he suffered during a fire tragedy where he lost his beloved wife and two children in Taiping early this year.

On 19 Jun 20, an entourage from MACVA visited Mohd Khairul at his parent house in Jerlun, Kedah. During the visit MACVA President Brig Gen Datuk Goh Seng Toh TUDM (Retired) presented a MACVA donation of RM20,000.00 to the Veteran. This motorcycle is to assist Mohd Khairul to travel when he start work. MACVA would like to express its sincere gratitudes to everyone who have contributed to make this noble effort possible. We would like to wish Mohd Khairul all the best in his future undertakings and a successful start to a new chapter of his life.

MACVA AND MPMA BROUGHT COMFORT TO LT COL SOMAN SULAIMAN (RETIRED) RRD

MACVA's Welfare outfit MACVA Patient Mobility Assistance (MPMA) lead by its Founder SSgt Richard Lye Wah transported a double crank hospital bed from the MPMA warehouse located at the Charity Food Basket Society Klang to Lt Col Soman Sulaiman's house at Taman Melwati at 1.30pm today 4 August 2020.

Lt Col Soman Sulaiman (Retired) is bedridden and looks after by his wife, Puan Noorlina. Col Soman's plight was made known to MACVA on Saturday 1 August 2020 by Maj Gen Datuk Toh Choon Siang (Retired) and requested MACVA to assist in providing a hospital bed from MPMA.

MACVA discussed the request with Richard Lye on Monday 3 August 2020. In the evening Richard Lye confirmed the hospital bed will be delivered to the house of Col Soman today Tuesday 4 August 2020 at 2.00pm. The speed (less than 24 hours) in getting the appropriate bed suitable for the use of Col Soman by MPMA for delivery is highly commendable. MACVA would like to thank Datuk Toh for his generosity in picking up the transportation cost from Klang to Taman Melawati.

MACVA would also like to thank Maj Lasahi Laiji and Capt Mohd Amiruddin Mohd Nor from the Infantry Directorate and Deputy Director JHEV Selangor & KL present at the house to assist the delivery and installation of the bed. Also present to lend the helping hands are former colleagues of Col Soman and MACVA members.

This is the second welfare assistance carried out by MACVA in a week for veterans who are non-MACVA members. The motorised wheelchair for OKU Veteran Perang Cpl Abu Bakar Bin Abdul Manan was carried out on Friday 31 July 2020 at Sekinchan, Selangor.

MACVA is very pleased to be able to assist JHEV in extending its welfare service to veterans of the Malaysian Armed Forces.

MACVA would like to extend a special thank you to the MPMA team headed by Richard Lye and Mr Chew Song Kong, Founder/President of the Charity Food Basket Society Klang who took time off from his busy schedule to personally drive the delivery van. Their commitment to the welfare of veterans is a shining example for us to emulate.

4 Aug 20
Lt Col Wong Ah Jit (Retired)
Hon Secretary

DELIVERY AND INSTALLATION OF THE DOUBLE CRANK HOSPITAL BED FOR LT COL SOMAN SULAIMAN (RETIRED) RRD, TAMAN MELAWATI ON 4 AUG 2020

Fixing the double crank bed.
Hon Sec and Richard Lye.
MACVA members, MPMA Team, Pn Noorlina, Ranger Colleagues and Maj Lasahi Laiji.
The Rangers.
More Comfortable.
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