MoU signing between UTAR and JYY Group

From left: Mr Andy Tan, Mr Alan Tan, Prof Dato’ Ewe and Dr Lai

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) signing ceremony was held between UTAR and JYY Group on 26 November 2023 at Four Seasons Hotel KL. The MoU has announced a comprehensive research plan on Malaysia’s superfoods, with a particular focus on Stingless Bee Honey and concentrated anti-ageing bird’s nest.

Signing the MoU were JYY Group Founder and Chief Executive Officer Mr Alan Tan and UTAR President Ir Prof Dato’ Dr Ewe Hong Tat. The witnesses were JYY Group Co-Founder and Sales Director Mr Andy Tan and Director of Division of Community and International Networking (DCInterNet) Assoc Prof Dr Lai Soon Onn.

Both parties aspire to introduce more high-quality health products manufactured in Malaysia to the global market through this collaboration. As an expression of gratitude and a commitment to giving back to society, JYY Group announced a donation of a cheque worth RM100,000 to UTAR, intended to support underprivileged students in their academic pursuits. Mr Alan Tan stated that this scholarship is a significant milestone that marks the beginning of JYY Group’s societal contribution plan.

Through this collaboration, JYY Group and UTAR will jointly explore Malaysia’s abundant natural resources, and promote the research and development and global dissemination of natural health products, contributing to individuals’ overall well-being.

In summary, this collaboration is not only driven by commercial interests but also aims to preserve culture, give back to society, and support young scholars in taking firm steps on their educational journey.

From left: Mr Andy Tan and Mr Alan Tan presenting the mock cheque to Prof Dato' Ewe, witnessed by Dr Lai