Remembering 9th September

Remembering 9th September9th September is a special day for MKMA. In year 1990, the Southern Branch was established on 9th September 1990. In 2000, we celebrated the inauguration ceremony of the Southern building on that particular day.

Looking back, we are grateful to the pioneers who contributed greatly to the association since it’s inception on 1975.  The late Mr. Chi Kwei Yung devoted to MKMA as President from 1975-1987 followed by Mr. Hooi Hong Weng on 1987-1989. Subsequently, Mr. Loh Wu How was elected for his Presidentship on 1989-1993. Under their leadership, they accomplished the mission of MKMA through years of meetings and hard work. Finally, they succeeded to bring down the import tariff of yarn and ensure the adequate supply of yarn. Hence, the antagonism between spinners and knitters no longer exist, in contrary, they work hand in hand. Today, many spinning firms are our members.

The young generation Mr. Tan Soo Seng became President for the period 1993-1997. Under his term, the Kuala Lumpur premise was purchased and many activities were hold. In 1997-2001, Mr. Kang Chin Lon took his term. Miraculously, during the Asian economic crises, he stabilised MKMA’s poor financial status so that we can move forth without the financial hindrance. With the support from committee and members, he purchased the Southern branch building. He not only continuously to work closely with Federal Government departments but also brought MKMA onto international arena.

The recent announcement by the Finance Minister during his 2005 Budget Speech to implement the VAT in year 2007 was a great news to Mr. Kang and his subordinates especially Mr. Khadmudin and Mr. Cheong KW who have strived hard together to  propose the introduction of VAT in replacement of Sales Tax system.

Since 2002, Mr. Seow Hon Cheong took his term as MKMA President. We believe he is capable to relieve us from present plight, as he is very knowledgeable, talented and embrace latest information and technology.

The Southern branch was set up in year 1990 at the “Textile City”. This is another milestone of the association. The debut President Mr. Tan Chong Tian contributed greatly. Then, Mr. Lim Chai Sen played his role especially towards the fund raising for the building. At present, we are delighted to have Mr. MY Lau as President. One of the Southern branch’s vital role is to nurture new blood for the association.

MKMA is the fruit of many faithful pioneers as well as loyal members. We can’t list out all the names due to space constraint. We have many many faithful members who paid the annual subscription at their earliest convenience to facilitate our administrative work. Their concern and faithfulness bring warmth to our heart and motivated us to strive hard for the industry.

Today, MKMA not only serving knitters. Instead, we have expanded our coverage to include spinners, knitters, dyers, garment manufacturers as well as all related suppliers. In 2005, as the regime of quota is ending, we are no longer restricted by the system. Let’s march into the promise land hand in hand as “The Barisan Malaysia ” .

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