SIBU: Iing Shii Ngie has been appointed as the assistant marriage registrar by the Government Marriage Registration Bureau, as recommended by the Sibu Yin Clan Association (SYCA) Board of Directors.
Iing took his oath and received his appointment certificate from the head of Sibu Division National Registration Department, Norazizan Hamzah, at his office, witnessed by the latter’s assistant, Margarete Jenny Thomas.
In a statement on Thursday (Nov 23), SYCA announced that Iing officially assumed his role on Nov 1.
SYCA chairman Cr Yiiong Sy Huat expressed gratitude to the National Registration Department of Malaysia for recognising the association, emphasising its commitment to social services and the spirit of serving society.
Underlining the importance of the marriage registration document as a crucial legal document protecting women’s rights, he pointed out that the assistant marriage registrar’s primary task is to issue official legal marriage certificates entrusted by the government.
“At the same time, he plays the role of a counselor, conveying necessary information to newlyweds so they can understand their responsibilities and problems after marriage. Moreover, we also provide pre-marriage counseling to help both parties coordinate their marriage journey to create a harmonious society between the sexes. Marriage requires two people to work together for a lifetime,” Yiiong added.
Iing, an architect by profession and current SYCA secretary, thanked the association for the trust, support, and recommendation, providing him the opportunity to serve the public.
Newlyweds in Sibu District (excluding Muslims, Hindus and foreigners) who wish to register their marriage can contact Iing at 016-8968108 for an appointment.
