PETALING JAYA – The Governor of Sarawak, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Haji Wan Junaidi bin Tuanku Jaafar, accompanied by his wife, Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah binti Mohd Sanusi, attended a charity dinner hosted by the Majil Datuk Dato’ Malaysia (MDDM) at the Sheraton Hotel on Saturday evening.
The couple were warmly received by MDDM Chairman, Datuk Samson David Maman, together with members of the organisation’s leadership committee.
Their presence was seen as a significant gesture of support for the council’s ongoing efforts to foster unity and community service.
The event also marked the fifth anniversary of MDDM’s establishment, a milestone celebrated with the participation of several distinguished guests.
Among those present were Speaker of the Dewan Rakyat, Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Johari bin Abdul, who serves as MDDM’s honorary advisor, along with his wife, Puan Sri Datin Noraini binti Mohd.
Former MDDM President Datuk Awalan Abdul Aziz; Vice President Datuk Seri Lawrence Yeo Chua Poh; Secretary General Datuk C Josephine Anne; and Honorary Treasurer Dato’ Justin Lim Teck Yin were also in attendance.
The evening further included committee members such as Dato’ Melvin Tan Teck Zin, Dato’ Goh Cheh Yak, Datin Sophia Goh, Datuk Wira David Pang, Datin Wira Leanne, and Datuk Alvin Tee Guan Pian.
In his opening remarks, Dato’ Justin Lim Teck Yin expressed gratitude to the governor and his wife for their willingness to join the celebration, noting that their presence added prestige to the occasion.
Datuk Samson David Maman echoed this sentiment, highlighting the importance of their attendance in reinforcing the council’s mission and commemorating its anniversary.
Tun Pehin Sri Wan Junaidi, in his address, commended the organisers for their dedication in arranging the charity dinner.
He emphasised that such initiatives not only strengthen camaraderie among members but also contribute meaningfully to welfare and community development.
He further encouraged MDDM to continue its role in promoting unity, volunteerism, and social responsibility across Malaysia.
The charity dinner underscored MDDM’s commitment to supporting charitable causes while fostering closer ties among its members and the wider community.
The event also reflected the organisation’s broader vision of enhancing civic pride and encouraging collective efforts towards national progress.
As MDDM enters its sixth year, the council is expected to expand its programmes, focusing on initiatives that benefit both local communities and the nation at large.
The evening’s gathering served as a reminder of the importance of collaboration between leaders, organisations, and citizens in building a stronger, more inclusive society.
