Curtin Malaysia strengthens industry ties with Media Chinese International Limited visit

Miri, Sarawak – 7 April 2026 – Curtin University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) reinforced its commitment to industry collaboration and real-world learning through a high-level courtesy visit by Media Chinese International Limited, opening new avenues for partnership in media, education, and talent development.

The delegation was led by its Non-executive Director and Chairman, Tiong Choon, and included senior representatives from Sin Chew Daily, such as Chung Hon Shin, General Manager for East Malaysia at Sin Chew Daily; Lisa Yu, Regional Manager for Northern Sarawak and Brunei; and Andy Jong, Deputy Chief Reporter for Northern Sarawak, underscoring the media group’s strong presence and influence across the region.

Welcoming the delegation on behalf of Curtin Malaysia’s Pro Vice-Chancellor, President and Chief Executive, Professor Vincent Lee Chieng Chen, Deputy Pro Vice-Chancellor Professor Tuong-Thuy Vu highlighted the university’s emphasis on industry engagement as a cornerstone of its academic ecosystem.

“Strategic partnerships with leading organisations such as Media Chinese International Limited are vital in preparing our students for the evolving media landscape,” he said. “Through such engagements, we aim to bridge academia and industry, creating meaningful opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and graduate employability.”

During the visit, Curtin Malaysia presented its academic strengths, research capabilities, and industry-linked programmes, while discussions explored potential collaborations in areas such as media training, student internships, knowledge exchange, and joint initiatives that align with regional development priorities.

A key highlight was a briefing on the Sarawak Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES), showcasing Curtin Malaysia’s role in expanding access to quality higher education and supporting the state’s human capital development agenda.

The delegation was also given a guided tour of Curtin Malaysia’s state-of-the-art facilities, including its Curtin Trading Room, Engineering Research Laboratories, and the Curtin Aquaculture Research Laboratories (CARL), offering a first-hand look at the university’s applied learning environment.

The visit concluded with a souvenir exchange and networking session, reflecting a shared vision to advance education, media collaboration, and regional growth.

As Curtin Malaysia continues to strengthen its industry linkages, engagements such as this underscore its position as a globally connected, research-active university dedicated to producing future-ready graduates.

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Prof Tuong-Thuy Vu (front row, 3rd left) presenting a souvenir to Tiong Choon, joined by Curtin Malaysia academics and Media Chinese International Limited delegation.

Dr Alpha Ngadan showcasing the Curtin Trading Room to the visiting delegation.

Dean of Faculty of Engineering and Science Professor Raymond Chiong (left) explaining the Advanced Visualisation Lab to Tiong Choon.