BY JAMES WONG
KUCHING: The Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (ACCCIM) president, Datuk Low Kian Chuan has encouraged young entrepreneurs to focus on technological innovation and social responsibility in their businesses.
According to Low, it was crucial to consider human values and needs while utilising technology to promote team spirit and foster good interpersonal relationships.
By striking a balance between human context and technology, entrepreneurs can create sustainable ventures that have a positive impact on individuals, communities, and the world at large, he said.
Low said this during his opening speech at the ACCCIM 12th Young Entrepreneurs Conference 2023, held at the Riverside Majestic Hotel in Kuching yesterday (July 7).
The conference, with the theme “Connecting Humanity and Technology: Future-Proof Your Business,” aimed to facilitate dialogue and collaboration between humanity and technology.
The conference featured three panelists: Jacob Issac, the managing director of Fusionex Group; Nicholas Yong, the Vertical Solution Expert of Huawei ASEAN Academy Malaysia; and Howie Chong, the chief executive officer of Forward College.
It also saw participation from representatives from Hong Kong, Singapore, the Philippines, Myanmar, Japan, and Laos.
The event was attended by ACCCIM deputy president Datuk Ng Yih Pyng, vice president Datuk Tan Jit Kee, ACCCIM 12th Young Entrepreneurs Conference 2023 organizing chairman Vincent Chai Min Liong, and ACCCIM Young Entrepreneurs Committee Leon Lee.
